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Authentic Jambalaya Recipe

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A hearty one-pot Louisiana classic, this jambalaya recipe is loaded with spices, andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp for a festival-worthy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, rice, thyme, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Return the browned chicken and sausage to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Stir in the shrimp and cook for 5 minutes more, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with green onions before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier jambalaya, add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • If you prefer a Creole-style jambalaya, you can add a can of tomato sauce along with the diced tomatoes.
  • This recipe is great for meal planning and can be made ahead of time.

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