Easy Jambalaya Recipe

easy jambalaya recipe

EASY JAMBALAYA RECIPE

Our quick and easy jambalaya recipe is a flavorful and filling dish all made in one pot — perfect for busy nights! This comforting, Cajun dish calls for boneless skinless chicken breasts alongside smoked sausage, two ingredients necessary to lend deep richness to the rice. Combined with sautéed onions and Cajun seasoning, and then mixed together with chicken broth and stewed tomatoes, homemade jambalaya is comfort food at its best. While jambalaya is a hearty meal on its own, we love to serve it with homemade cornbread, creamed corn or a simple side salad for a complete spread. For a twist on this recipe, try our other easy jambalaya recipe with sausage and a medley of veggies. Craving more bold spices and Southern-inspired favorites? Be sure to check out our recipes for crawfish boil and shrimp and crab pasta.

Prep: 10min

Yield: 8

Nutrition Facts: calories 292 Calories

Instruction:

Heat oil in large heavy skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and sausage; cook and stir 5 minutes. Remove from skillet.
Stir onion into skillet; cook and stir on medium heat 2 minutes or until onion is softened. Stir in Seasoning. Return chicken and sausage to skillet.
Stir in broth and tomatoes; bring to boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 20 to 25 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.

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FAQ

What is typically in jambalaya?

Most commonly it consists of andouille sausage, chicken or pork, and seafood such as shrimp or crawfish. Then also included is a sofrito blend of vegetables (bell pepper, onion, and celery) and white rice. And everything cooks together making it an easy and flavorful recipe.

What are the two types of jambalaya?

Jambalaya is both a Cajun and a Creole dish. The differences are subtle, and there’s sometimes confusion or debate over the traditional ingredients required for each.

What’s the difference between gumbo and jambalaya?

What Are the Differences Between Gumbo and Jambalaya? The main difference between these two dishes is their use of rice. Gumbo is really a soup or stew that’s often served over a little rice, while jambalaya is made with the rice cooked into the dish, making the grain an integral part of it.

Does jambalaya have tomatoes or not?

Two main categories of jambalaya exist: Creole (or red) jambalaya, which is associated with the city of New Orleans and contains tomato, and Cajun (or brown) jambalaya, which contains no tomato and is more common in other parts of Louisiana.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.