American Jambalaya (Rice Dish with Shrimp and Sausage)

Name: American Jambalaya (Rice Dish with Shrimp and Sausage)
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 600 g Boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 300 g Andouille sausage (or smoked sausage); 400 g Peeled, deveined shrimp; 200 g Yellow onion, chopped; 150 g Celery stalks, chopped; 200 g Green bell pepper, chopped; 4 cloves Garlic, minced; 400 g Canned diced tomatoes; 700 ml Chicken broth; 300 g Long-grain rice; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 2 pieces Bay leaves; null to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper; null for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Difficulty

medium

Time

1h 5m

Price Category

average

Calories

Very High

Savor the flavors of Louisiana with this authentic American Jambalaya recipe! This hearty, one-pot dish is a perfect blend of spicy sausage, tender chicken, and succulent shrimp, all served over a rich, tomato-infused rice. It's an ideal choice for a family dinner or a gathering with friends when you're craving something special. Prepare it and bring the vibrant spirit of Southern cuisine into your home!

Steps

Prep and Brown

Dice the chicken into 1-inch pieces and slice the sausage into rounds. Chop the onion, celery, and bell pepper (the 'holy trinity'). In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken and sausage in batches until golden, then remove and set aside on a plate. This will take about 8-10 minutes.

Sauté Vegetables

In the same pot, add a little more oil if needed. Add the chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Rice and Broth

Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, rice, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is almost tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

Add Shrimp and Serve

Return the browned chicken and sausage to the pot. Stir in the peeled shrimp and cover again. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Discard bay leaves, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 350g
Calories	450 kcal	1575 kcal
Protein	35g	122.5g
Fat	20g	70g
Carbohydrate	30g	105g
Fiber	3g	10.5g
Sugar	4g	14g

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American Jambalaya (Rice Dish with Shrimp and Sausage)

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Price Category

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ingredients

Steps

Prep and Brown

Sauté Vegetables

Rice and Broth

Add Shrimp and Serve

Extra Tips

► For an even deeper flavor, toast the rice for 1-2 minutes before adding the broth.

► If you like it spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to your Cajun seasoning.

► Avoid over-stirring the rice while it cooks to prevent it from becoming sticky.

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