Ginny's Jambalaya

Dive into the bold, soul-warming flavors of the South with Ginny's Jambalaya, a hearty one-pot meal packed with tender chicken, smoky andouille sausage, succulent shrimp, and a vibrant medley of vegetables. This classic Creole-inspired dish features perfectly seasoned long-grain white rice infused with garlic, Cajun spices, paprika, and thyme for a depth of flavor in every bite. Simmered in a rich base of tomatoes and chicken broth, then topped with fresh scallions and parsley, this dish delivers a satisfying kick that's sure to delight your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, Ginny's Jambalaya brings a taste of Louisiana to your table in just under an hour. Keywords: jambalaya recipe, Creole jambalaya, one-pot chicken and sausage jambalaya, Cajun comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 pound chicken breast, diced
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juice
• 2.5 cups chicken broth
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 stalks scallions, chopped (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced andouille sausage to the pot and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced chicken breast and cook until lightly browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside with the sausage.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes with their juice, chicken broth, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the long-grain white rice. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.

Step 8

Simmer the rice for 15 minutes, then return the cooked sausage and chicken to the pot. Stir everything together.

Step 9

Place the raw shrimp on top of the mixture, cover, and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, and the rice is tender.

Step 10

Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaf. Fluff the jambalaya with a fork and garnish with chopped scallions and parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3043.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3126.5

Total Fat 136.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1502.4mg	0%
Sodium 10625.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 28.6g
Protein 321.5g	0%

Vitamin D 42.1IU	0%
Calcium 730.0mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 5491.2mg	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: 39.4%

Protein: 41.3%

Carbs: 19.3%