Cajun Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Cajun Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 to 6 chicken thighs; 1 1/2 lb. Andouille sausage; 4 c. chopped onion; 3 chopped bell peppers; 1 chopped red or yellow pepper; 1 Tbsp. minced garlic; 3 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 2 bay leaves; 2 1/2 c. white rice; 1/2 c. cubed, smoked ham; 3 1/2 c. water or stock

Servings: persons

5 to 6 chicken thighs
1 1/2 lb. Andouille sausage
4 c. chopped onion
3 chopped bell peppers
1 chopped red or yellow pepper
1 Tbsp. minced garlic
3 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 bay leaves
2 1/2 c. white rice
1/2 c. cubed, smoked ham
3 1/2 c. water or stock

1
Brown sausage in large, deep pot.
2
Remove and add chicken. Cook chicken until done.
3
Remove.
4
Throw in vegetables and ham and cook until tender.
5
Add spices.
6
Add sausage and debone chicken. Stir thoroughly.
7
Add water to cover.
8
Bring to boil; turn down and cover.
9
Cook about 20 minutes until rice is done.
10
Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.
11
Serve with salad and garlic bread.
12
A Louisiana favorite!

956

kcal

Calories

Fat

150

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 to 6 chicken thighs, 1 1/2 lb. Andouille sausage, 4 c. chopped onion, 3 chopped bell peppers, and more.

Yes, Cajun 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.

Cajun Jambalaya

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