Classic One-Pot Jambalaya
Classic One-Pot Jambalaya brings together smoky andouille, tender chicken, and the Cajun trinity simmered with tomatoes and rice for bold, peppery warmth in every bite. The balance of spice, savory sausage, and aromatic vegetables makes it a comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings when you want something hearty and satisfying.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Classic One-Pot Jambalaya, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 29
- Heart Health
- 68
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 51
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large, heavy Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 3
Season the sausage and chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning.
- 4
Sauté the sausage until browned.
- 5
Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- 6
Add 1 tablespoon of peanut oil, and sauté the chicken pieces until lightly browned on all sides.
- 7
Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- 8
In the same pot, sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until tender.
- 9
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, and season with red pepper, black pepper, salt, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and filé powder.
- 10
Stir in the chicken and sausage.
- 11
Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 12
Stir in the rice and chicken broth.
- 13
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
- 14
Serve and enjoy!
- Calories 545.34 kcal High 27%
- Protein 35.37 g Good Source 71%
- Carbohydrate 58.13 g 21%
- Total Fat 20.68 g High 27%
- Saturated Fat 4.79 g High 24%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 86.06 mg High 29%
- Sodium 1256.38 mg High 55%
- Dietary Fiber 4.95 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 8.49 g --
- Added Sugars 0.25 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 78.73 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 4.2 mg Good Source 23%
- Potassium 827.06 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin A 109.78 mcg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin C 13.27 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Peanuts 🥜
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Classic One Pot Jambalaya is made with 16 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Andouille Pork Sausage, Black Pepper, Cajun Seasoning, and Celery. Each serving provides about 545.34 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic One-Pot Jambalaya made of?
- The main ingredients are Andouille Pork Sausage, Black Pepper, Cajun Seasoning, Celery, Chicken Breast. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Classic One-Pot Jambalaya?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 545.34 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic One-Pot Jambalaya easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 14 steps.
- Is Classic One-Pot Jambalaya healthy?
- Classic One-Pot Jambalaya has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 545.34 calories and 35.37 g of protein, or 71% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1256.38 mg (55% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.79 g (24% of the Daily Value). It contains Peanuts, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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