Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp
Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp brings bold Cajun spices, smoky andouille, and a tomato-rich base together in a single pot. Tender chicken, juicy shrimp, and soft vegetables meld into a hearty, comforting bowl with a gentle heat that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp, 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
- 3 / 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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- 20
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 32
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Sauté function. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and cook the sausage slices until browned on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set it aside.
- 2
Add the remaining olive oil to the pot. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add the chicken, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until the chicken begins to brown on the edges, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the browned sausage, diced tomatoes with liquid, shrimp, thyme, salt, seasoned salt, pepper, and hot pepper sauce; stir until well combined. Turn off the Sauté function. Close and lock the lid.
- 3
Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 4
Release the pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid after the pressure has fully released.
- 5
Serve the jambalaya topped with chopped green onions.
- Calories 424.14 kcal High 21%
- Protein 37.9 g Good Source 76%
- Carbohydrate 25.42 g 9%
- Total Fat 18.42 g High 24%
- Saturated Fat 4.93 g High 25%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 204.4 mg High 68%
- Sodium 698.65 mg High 30%
- Dietary Fiber 4.21 g Moderate 15%
- Total Sugars 6.17 g --
- Added Sugars 0.17 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 109.25 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 2.03 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 638.96 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 141.19 mcg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin C 19.35 mg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp is made with 15 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Andouille Pork Sausage, Black Pepper, Celery, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 424.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp made of?
- The main ingredients are Andouille Pork Sausage, Black Pepper, Celery, Chicken Breast, Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 424.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Jambalaya with Chicken and Shrimp has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 424.14 calories and 37.9 g of protein, or 76% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 698.65 mg (30% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.93 g (25% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, 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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