Cajun Jambalaya
Cajun Jambalaya is a flavorful and spicy dish originating from Louisiana. It typically includes a mix of rice, vegetables, meats (such as sausage, chicken, and sometimes shrimp), and various seasonings like Cajun spices, onions, peppers, and celery.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb. Andouille sausage sliced
- 1 lb. chicken breast diced
- 1 lb. large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions chopped (for garnish)
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, Andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp to the pot. Cook until meats are browned and shrimp turn pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in rice, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Serve Cajun Jambalaya hot, garnished with chopped green onions and a dash of hot sauce if desired.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 997kcal (50%)Carbohydrates: 87g (29%)Protein: 70g (140%)Fat: 40g (62%)Saturated Fat: 12g (75%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 317mg (106%)Sodium: 2370mg (103%)Potassium: 1393mg (40%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 1021IU (20%)Vitamin C: 37mg (45%)Calcium: 157mg (16%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
