Jambalaya
Jambalaya – A Spicy Cajun One-Pot Wonder
Hello, my foodie friends!
Jambalaya is the ultimate Cajun comfort food—a one-pot dish bursting with bold spices, juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, tender chicken, and a medley of colorful veggies. Every bite is packed with deep, rich flavors, making it a meal that truly warms the soul.
The beauty of Jambalaya? It’s a complete dish all on its own. No need for sides—just grab a bowl, maybe a slice of crusty bread, and enjoy the magic of this Louisiana classic.
Ingredients You’ll Need
3 tbsp. olive oil
2 ribs celery (chopped)
1 white onion (chopped)
1 red bell pepper (chopped)
1 yellow bell pepper (chopped
1 orange bell pepper (chopped)
2 fresh jalapenos (seeded and chopped)
4 tsp minced garlic
2 chicken breast (cubed)
1 lb. summer sausage (sliced)
3 cups chicken stock
14 oz. crushed tomatoes
1.5 cups white rice (uncooked)
2 tbsp. Cajun or creole seasoning
1 bay leaf
1 tsp fresh thyme
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 cup fresh okra (sliced)
salt and pepper
How to make chipotle Jambalaya
Step 1: Sauté the Veggies – In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped celery, onion, bell peppers, jalapeños, and garlic. Sauté until softened.
Step 2: Cook the Meat – Add cubed chicken and sliced sausage, cooking until browned.
Step 3: Simmer the Goodness – Pour in chicken stock, crushed tomatoes, rice, and seasonings. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cover and let it cook until the rice is tender.
Step 4: Add Shrimp & Okra – Stir in the shrimp and okra in the last few minutes, allowing them to cook until the shrimp turns pink.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy! – Give it a final stir, taste for seasoning, and serve hot.
JAMBALAYA
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 ribs celery (chopped)
- 1 white onion (chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (chopped
- 1 orange bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 fresh jalapenos (seeded and chopped)
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 2 chicken breast (cubed)
- 1 lb summer sausage (sliced)
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1.5 cups white rice (uncooked)
- 2 tbsp cajun or creole seasoning
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup fresh okra (sliced)
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
- Add celery, onions, bell peppers, jalapenos, and garlic.
- Saute for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and mostly cooked.
- Add the chicken and sausage, and stir to combine.
- Continue sauteing for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink and mostly cooked.
- Add the chicken stock, tomatoes, rice, cajun spice, bay leaf, thyme, and cayenne, and stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked, stirring occasionally. (don't forget to stir, or the rice may burn on the bottom of the pan.)
- Once the rice is tender, add the shrimp and okra and stir to combine. Let the mixture continue to simmer, stirring occasionally until the shrimp are cooked and no longer pink.
- Remove bay leaf and season the jambalaya with salt and pepper and hot sauce and additional cajun/creole seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.
- Serve and enjoy with optional garnishes if desired.
Pro Tips for the Best Jambalaya
Adjust the spice level – If you love extra heat, throw in an extra jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce!
Use the right rice – Stick with long-grain white rice for the best texture.
Let the flavors meld – Jambalaya is even better the next day, so leftovers are a win!
This dish is spicy, hearty, and everything you want in a comforting meal. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or a weekend gathering, this Jambalaya will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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