Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Rice
Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Rice brings smoky sausage, tender chicken, and peppers together in a tomato-rich sauce that soaks into hearty brown rice. Each bite balances gentle heat with savory depth and a hint of sweetness from bell peppers, making it comforting yet lively. Serve it for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want bold flavors with minimal fuss.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Boil the sausage until hot, 8 to 12 minutes; drain.
- 2
Heat canola oil in a pot over medium-high heat; sauté the sausage, celery, bell pepper, and onion in the hot oil until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir the chicken and Cajun seasoning into the vegetable mixture. Pour in the broth and tomatoes; bring to a boil, add the rice, and stir. Return to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the cover, stir, and continue simmering until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender, about 5 minutes more.
- Calories 579.83 kcal High
- Protein 26.88 g Good Source
- Carbs 76.67 g Moderate
- Total Fat 20.09 g High
- Saturated Fat 4.82 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 68.9 mg High
- Sodium 1366.11 mg High
- Fiber 5.76 g Good Source
- Sugar 4.26 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 12.27 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.12 mg Low Source
- Potassium 484.0 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 2.2 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.33 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Rice is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cajun Seasoning, Canola Oil, Celery, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 579.83 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Rice?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Cajun Seasoning, Canola Oil, Celery, Chicken Broth, Diced Chicken Breast. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Rice?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Rice?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 579.83 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
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