Cajun Country Jambalaya

A spicy and hearty Cajun classic

Preparation time: 20 Minutes

Cooking time: 45 Minutes

Total duration: 1 Minutes

Calories: 590, Fat: 23g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Cholesterol: 177mg, Sodium: 1067mg, Carbohydrates: 62g, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 3g, Protein: 30g

This Cajun classic is a one pot dish that combines the flavors of the region. It is packed full of bold flavors and is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Ingredients

rice Seafood Cajun Jambalaya One Pot Meal Main Course
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short description

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Add the onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the Cajun seasoning, oregano, thyme, and cayenne pepper.
Add the rice and stir to combine.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the rice is cooked, about 20 minutes.
Stir in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the green onion and parsley.

detailed description

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Add the onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Add the sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Use a wooden spoon to break up any large chunks of sausage.
Stir in the Cajun seasoning, oregano, thyme, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute to allow the spices to toast.
Add the rice and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir once to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the rice is cooked, about 20 minutes. Do not stir or remove the lid during this time.
Stir in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the green onion and parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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