cajun jambalaya
(4 ratings)
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My brother sent me this recipe because I just had to have it! WARNING: This is pretty spicy as written, not for the light of heart.
(4 ratings)
yield
6 serving(s)
prep time
30 Min
cook time
45 Min
method
Saute
Ingredients For cajun jambalaya
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1/4 colive oil, extra virgin
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8 ozdiced andouille, chorizo or any other smoked sausage.
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1/2 cchopped onion
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1/2 cchopped bell pepper, any color, use your favorite.
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1/2 cdiced celery
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1/2 cdiced carrot
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3 Tbspminced garlic
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3chopped green onions, white and green parts
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1 tspsalt
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1/2 tspcreole seasoning (listed below)
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1/2 tspcayenne pepper
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8 ozboneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
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2bay leaves
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1 1/2 cmedium grain white rice, uncooked
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3 cchicken stock
- CREOLE SEASONING (YIELD=2/3 CUP):
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2 1/2 Tbsppaprika
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1/2 tspsalt
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2 Tbspgranulated garlic
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1 Tbspfresh ground black pepper
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1 Tbspgranulated onion powder
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1 Tbspcayenne pepper
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1 Tbspdried oregano
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1 Tbspdried thyme
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combine all ingredients and store in air-tight container.
How To Make cajun jambalaya
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1Heat olive oil in a large, heavy pot over medium heat. Add sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, carrot, salt, cayenne and Creole seasoning. Saute until veggies are carmelized, about 15 min, stirring often.
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2Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
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3Add chicken and bay leaves to pot and saute for 8 minutes.
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4Add rice and stir for 3 minutes to coat evenly.
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5Add chicken stock, stir, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
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6Remove pot from heat and let stand, covered, for 3 minutes. Discard bay leaves then stir in green onions and serve.
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