Description
A delicious one-pot jambalaya that combines chicken, sausage, shrimp, and vegetables with rice, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast (diced)
- 12 ounces smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1½ cups long grain rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ounces)
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Brown the chicken: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the diced chicken breast. Cook until browned on all sides, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- Cook the sausage: In the same pot, add the sliced smoked sausage. Cook until it is browned and slightly crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside with the chicken.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery into the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Add garlic and spices: Add the minced garlic, paprika, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir for about 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- Add rice and liquids: Pour in the long grain rice, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes (with their juice). Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
- Simmer the jambalaya: Let the jambalaya simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Add shrimp: Stir in the shrimp gently, cover the pot again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Finish and rest: Remove the pot from heat and let it sit, covered, for about 5 minutes. Before serving, give it a good stir and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
You can adjust spice levels as desired and make it in advance for better flavor development.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern