Jambalaya Chicken Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare Ingredients

   Chop the chicken thighs, onion, bell pepper, and celery into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic.

2. 2

   Sauté Chicken and Sausage

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped chicken thighs and sausage. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Vegetables

   Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

4. 4

   Mix in Tomatoes and Seasonings

   Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, long grain rice, Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. 5

   Simmer

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

6. 6

   Add Shrimp

   Stir in the shrimp and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

7. 7

   Garnish and Serve

   Remove bay leaves, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve hot.