Description

Authentic Cajun flavors meet convenience in this hearty chicken and halal sausage jambalaya. Tender chicken, spicy vegetables, and rich tomato sauce meld flawlessly in your slow cooker.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs skinless, boneless chicken breasts, diced or 1.5 lbs boneless thighs, diced
1 lb halal/smoked pork-free sausage, sliced
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
1/2 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups diced tomatoes (with juice)
1.25 cups long grain rice
Olive oil
Garnishes: chopped green onions, Spanish peanuts, hot sauce

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Instructions

Add enough olive oil to the bottom of the slow cooker
Brown the sausage pieces in a pan and add to cooker
Sauté onion, peppers, and garlic for 5-7 minutes
Add chicken pieces and cook until browned
Stir in tomatoes, rice, Cajun seasoning, and 1 cup water
Cover and cook on low 8 hours or high 4-5 hours
Adjust seasoning if needed before serving

Notes

Use stone-ground rice for traditional texture
Non-halal sausage: opt for fully cooked turkey variety
For extra moisture: add 1/2 cup chicken broth

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 480
Category: Trend Recipes
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Cajun/Creole