Easy Cajun Jambalaya

Easy Cajun Jambalaya
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    2.4K

A simplified version of the Louisiana classic, this jambalaya balances rich, savory flavors with a gentle warmth, making it a crowd-pleasing dish for any occasion. Featuring tender chicken, smoky kielbasa, and aromatic vegetables, all simmered in a flavorful broth with fluffy rice.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    59 g
  • Cholesterol
    74 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1083 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and kielbasa and sauté until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

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02 Step

Recipe View Stir in the diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and chopped garlic. Season with cayenne pepper, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.

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03 Step

Recipe View Add the uncooked white rice, chicken stock, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. (20 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to fully absorb any remaining liquid. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce to taste before serving. (5 minutes)

For a deeper flavor, consider using smoked paprika in addition to or in place of some of the cayenne pepper.
Long-grain rice works best in this recipe to avoid a gummy texture.
Adjust the amount of hot pepper sauce to your preferred level of spice. Start with less and add more to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions for added freshness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 792 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Obie Daniel

    I appreciate that it's not overly spicy, perfect for my sensitive palate.

  • Lexus Tillman

    I added some diced tomatoes and it was delicious!

  • Amir Nader

    My family requests this dish all the time now!

  • Felton Zemlak

    The instructions were clear and concise, even a beginner cook could make this.

  • Justice Balistreri

    Definitely going into my regular rotation! Thanks for sharing!

  • Van Bode

    I used brown rice instead of white rice and it worked great, just needed a little more cooking time.

  • Aubrey Blanda

    Easy to follow and the jambalaya turned out perfectly.

  • Verlie Jones

    This recipe was a hit! My kids loved it, and it wasn't too spicy for them.

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