Authentic Cajun Jambalaya
A comforting one-pot meal featuring savory sausage, chicken, and rice simmered in a richly seasoned broth, perfect for feeding a crowd and evoking a sense of community.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced Choose good-quality sausage for deeper flavor.
- 1 pound chicken, cut into pieces Bone-in chicken pieces recommended for more flavor.
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
Rice and Seasoning
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups long-grain rice Rinse until the water runs clear for best texture.
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning Adjust according to heat preference.
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- to taste salt and pepper
Garnish
- to taste green onions, chopped
- to taste parsley, chopped
Instructions
Cooking the Meat
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Sautéing Vegetables
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, bay leaf, and cooked sausage and chicken.
Simmering
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked.
Final Steps
- Remove bay leaf, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.
Notes
For a creamier texture, stir in a tablespoon of butter at the end and let it melt through the warm rice. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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