Cajun Spicy Jambalaya with Chicken, Sausage, and Shrimp

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Cajun Spicy Jambalaya with Chicken, Sausage, and Shrimp brings the taste of Louisiana to your kitchen. This non-vegetarian dish is a vibrant blend of flavors, featuring tender chicken, smoky sausage, and succulent shrimp, all simmered to perfection. Ideal for those who love Cajun cuisine, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings.

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Overview

This Spicy New Orleans Jambalaya is a flavorful and aromatic dish that brings the vibrant taste of Louisiana to your table. With a delightful blend of chicken, sausage, and shrimp, this jambalaya offers a perfect balance of spice and comfort, making it a family favorite.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Shellfish

Cuisine

Cajun

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons butter, melted
• 0.25 Cups onion, minced
• 0.33 Cups celery, minced
• 0.25 Cups green pepper, minced
• 1 14.5 Ounces diced tomatoes, packaged
• 1.5 Cups chicken broth
• 0.67 Cups long grain white rice
• 1 Teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 Teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 Pinch black pepper, to taste
• 0.25 Teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 Bay leaf, packaged
• 0.67 Cups chicken breast, cooked and diced
• 0.67 Cups Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
• 0.67 Cups shrimp, peeled

Steps

1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Stir in the minced onion, celery, and green pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Pour in the packaged diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and rice. Season with dried basil, garlic powder, black pepper, hot sauce, and add the bay leaf.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until the rice is cooked, about 20 minutes.
5. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the diced cooked chicken, crumbled sausage, and peeled shrimp.
6. Simmer for a few minutes until everything is heated through.
7. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Enjoy your spicy New Orleans jambalaya!

Enjoy your homemade Cajun Spicy Jambalaya!