Chicken Jambalaya Packets

Get ready to bring the bold flavors of the South straight to your table with these easy Chicken Jambalaya Packets! Perfectly seasoned chicken breast and smoky andouille sausage come together with a fragrant medley of Cajun-spiced rice, fresh veggies, and aromatic thyme, all baked to tender perfection in individual foil packets. By sealing the ingredients tightly in foil, this fuss-free dish locks in moisture, ensuring every bite of rice and protein is bursting with flavor. With minimal prep and cleanup, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a fun dinner idea that can double as a showstopping meal for guests. Serve these savory packets straight from the oven for a no-mess, deliciously satisfying taste of Louisiana comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 4 ounces Andouille sausage
• 1 cup Uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1.5 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes (canned)
• 1 large Green bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 pieces Celery stalks
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 4 sheets Aluminum foil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 3

Cut the andouille sausage into thin rounds. Dice the green bell pepper, yellow onion, and celery stalks. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine the uncooked rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), green bell pepper, onion, celery, garlic, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to mix.

Step 5

Lay out 4 sheets of aluminum foil, each about 12x18 inches in size, on a flat surface.

Step 6

Divide the rice mixture evenly among the foil sheets, spreading it in the center of each sheet. Add the sliced chicken and sausage on top of the rice mixture in each packet.

Step 7

Bring the shorter edges of the foil together to meet in the center, then fold them over each other to create a seam. Fold the sides in to seal the packet completely, ensuring no liquid will escape during cooking.

Step 8

Carefully place the sealed packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is tender.

Step 9

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the packets sit for 5 minutes before carefully opening them (be cautious of hot steam).

Step 10

Sprinkle fresh parsley over the cooked jambalaya and serve directly from the packets for an easy, no-mess meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1565.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1933.6

Total Fat 74.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 306.5mg	0%
Sodium 5957.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.4g
Protein 112.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 298.1mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 2788.1mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 42.7%