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cajun jambalaya

(4 ratings)
Recipe by
Tamara Minck
Vancouver, WA

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

  • 1/4 c
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 8 oz
    diced andouille, chorizo or any other smoked sausage.
  • 1/2 c
    chopped onion
  • 1/2 c
    chopped bell pepper, any color, use your favorite.
  • 1/2 c
    diced celery
  • 1/2 c
    diced carrot
  • 3 Tbsp
    minced garlic
  • 3
    chopped green onions, white and green parts
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    creole seasoning (listed below)
  • 1/2 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 8 oz
    boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • 2
    bay leaves
  • 1 1/2 c
    medium grain white rice, uncooked
  • 3 c
    chicken stock
  • CREOLE SEASONING (YIELD=2/3 CUP):
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp
    paprika
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 2 Tbsp
    granulated garlic
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    granulated onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    dried oregano
  • 1 Tbsp
    dried thyme
  • combine all ingredients and store in air-tight container.

How To Make cajun jambalaya

  • 1
    Heat 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.
  • 2
    Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • 3
    Add chicken and bay leaves to pot and saute for 8 minutes.
  • 4
    Add rice and stir for 3 minutes to coat evenly.
  • 5
    Add chicken stock, stir, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • 6
    Remove pot from heat and let stand, covered, for 3 minutes. Discard bay leaves then stir in green onions and serve.

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