Chicken Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Chicken Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. oil; 1 fryer, cut up; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 2 Tbsp. parsley, finely chopped; 8 oz. cooked ham, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1/8 tsp. red pepper; 8 oz. Andouille sausage, sliced; 1 c. rice; 1 1/2 c. chicken broth; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. chili powder; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1/4 tsp. thyme; 1 bay leaf, crumbled; 1/8 tsp. ground cloves

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. oil
1 fryer, cut up
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 large clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. parsley, finely chopped
8 oz. cooked ham, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1/8 tsp. red pepper
8 oz. Andouille sausage, sliced
1 c. rice
1 1/2 c. chicken broth
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. thyme
1 bay leaf, crumbled
1/8 tsp. ground cloves

1
In large, ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
2
Add chicken and brown on all sides, about 15 minutes.
3
Remove from skillet and pour off drippings, leaving 1 tablespoon in pan.
4
Add onion, green pepper, green onions, garlic and parsley and saute until tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
5
Add ham and a little drippings and saute until browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
6
Remove ham.
7
Add sausages and brown lightly on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes.
8
Remove.
9
Add rice to skillet and saute until golden, 3 to 5 minutes.
10
Stir in vegetables and arrange chicken, ham and sausage on top.

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* 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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. oil, 1 fryer, cut up, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, 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!

Chicken Jambalaya

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Variations & substitutions

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