Jambalaya (No Mushy Rice)
Dive into this fragrant jambalaya, mixing juicy chicken, spicy sausage, and tender shrimp with flavorful veggies. It's a delicious taste of New Orleans you can share with family and friends!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into chunks
- 11 ounces fully-cooked andouille sausage sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 2 green bell pepper deseeded and diced
- 2 ribs of celery diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice rinsed
- 1 bay leaf
- 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- sliced green onions for garnish
- chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, coat the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning until they're well-spiced.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sauté until golden and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken and set it aside. In the same pot, add the sliced andouille sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they’re browned on both sides.
- Toss in the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery, cooking for 4-5 minutes until they soften, soaking up the flavors.
- Add in minced garlic, remaining Cajun seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Mix in the rinsed rice, stirring for about a minute to toast it slightly. Add the bay leaf, crushed tomatoes, and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, lower the heat, cover, and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- After the rice is al dente, remove the bay leaf, then gently fold in the shrimp, chicken, and sausage. Cover and let sit for 4-5 minutes to cook the shrimp through.
- Garnish with fresh green onions and chopped parsley right before serving for a burst of color.
Notes
This jambalaya recipe is a fantastic way to bring the comforting taste of New Orleans to your table. Serve it with some crusty bread for a complete meal!
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