Jul 14 2026
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Hearty Jambalaya Recipe

Inspired by Wilma's
Time1h
Serves6

Southern inspired tomato based stew, peppers, onions, cajun shrimp, smoked chicken & andouille sausage served over rice

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Vegetables

Spices and Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Meats

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook for about 5 minutes until browned. Next, add the diced chicken thighs and season with salt and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in the chopped bell peppers, onion, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, cajun seasoning, bay leaves, and dried thyme to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  2. 4

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 5

    Add Shrimp

    After simmering, add the shrimp to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

  4. 6

    Final Seasoning

    Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or cayenne pepper to taste.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve with Rice

    Remove the bay leaves from the stew. Serve the hearty jambalaya over a bed of cooked long-grain rice, ensuring each bowl gets a good mix of meat, shrimp, and vegetables.

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