Cajun Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

Experience the bold, savory flavors of the South with this hearty Cajun Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya! This one-pot wonder combines tender chunks of seasoned chicken thighs, smoky andouille sausage, and a fragrant medley of onion, bell pepper, and celery—the holy trinity of Cajun cuisine. Simmered with long-grain rice, diced tomatoes, and a perfect blend of Cajun spices, this dish is packed with robust flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour, it’s the ultimate weeknight comfort food or crowd-pleasing meal. Finish with a burst of color and freshness from green onions and parsley for a culinary journey straight to Louisiana. Perfect for anyone craving authentic Southern comfort, this jambalaya is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 12 ounces andouille sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and slice the andouille sausage into 1/4-inch rounds.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Season the chicken pieces with a pinch of salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Add them to the pot and cook until lightly browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

Add the sliced sausage to the pot and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside with the chicken.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in the diced tomatoes, along with their juices, chicken broth, rice, remaining Cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, and bay leaves. Mix well.

Step 8

Return the browned chicken and sausage to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 10

Remove the pot from the heat and discard the bay leaves. Let the jambalaya rest, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions and parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2424.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2997.3

Total Fat 182.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 867.2mg	0%
Sodium 9266.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 199.2g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 557.4mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 4078.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 18.6%