Jul 14 2026
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Jambalaya Recipe

Inspired by Rouj Creole
Time45m
Serves6

A classic Creole dish with rice, chicken, sausage, and seafood, seasoned to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Protein

Vegetables

Grains

Liquids

Spices

Others

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Protein

    Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Slice the Andouille sausage into rounds.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Mince the garlic.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Meat

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and sausage, cooking until browned (about 5-7 minutes).

  2. 4

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in the diced onion, bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened (about 5 minutes).

  3. 5

    Incorporate Spices

    Add the paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the meat and vegetables.

  4. 6

    Add Rice and Liquids

    Stir in the rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  5. 7

    Simmer

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

  6. 8

    Add Shrimp

    After 20 minutes, add the shrimp to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through.

  7. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the bay leaves. Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley before serving.

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