Cajun Chicken Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Cajun Chicken Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 fresh boneless, skinless chicken thigh cutlets; 1/2 tsp. salt; 3 Tbsp. vegetables oil; 1 large green pepper, chopped; 6 scallions, chopped; 1 celery stalk, chopped; 1 cup long grain white rice; 1 (6 oz.) pkg. Canadian bacon, diced; 1 cup salsa; 1 (14 oz.) can chicken broth

Servings: persons

1
Cut chicken into 1-inch chunks.
2
Sprinkle with salt.
3
In a large non-stick skillet, heat oil to medium high.
4
Cook chicken 8 minutes or until golden brown.
5
Remove chicken
6
from skillet.
7
In same skillet, cook green peppers, 3/4 of scallions and celery for 5 minutes or until pepper is crisp-tender.
8
Add rice to skillet and cook stirring, 1 minute.
9
Return chicken to skillet.
10
Stir in bacon, salsa and broth.
11
Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until rice has absorbed liquid and internal juices of chicken runs clear. (Meat thermometer should read 180 degrees in thickest part of chicken.)

720

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 fresh boneless, skinless chicken thigh cutlets, 1/2 tsp. salt, 3 Tbsp. vegetables oil, 1 large green pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cajun Chicken Jambalaya falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Chicken Jambalaya

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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