Everything Jambalaya Or "Jambalika"! Recipe

Name: Everything Jambalaya Or "Jambalika"!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups enriched white rice; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, once around the pan; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 lb boneless skinless white chicken meat or 1 lb dark chicken meat; 3/4 lb andouille sausage, casing removed and diced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 celery ribs, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 fresh bay leaves or 1 dried bay leaf; 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper sauce; 2 -3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice; 1 (14 ounce) can chicken stock or (14 ounce) can chicken broth; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon dark chili powder; 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 lb medium shrimp, raw,deveined and peeled (ask for easy peel at fish counter); coarse salt; black pepper; chopped scallion, for garnish; fresh thyme, chopped for garnish

Servings: persons

2 cups enriched white rice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, once around the pan
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb boneless skinless white chicken meat or 1 lb dark chicken meat
3/4 lb andouille sausage, casing removed and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 fresh bay leaves or 1 dried bay leaf
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper sauce
2 -3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 (14 ounce) can chicken stock or (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dark chili powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 lb medium shrimp, raw,deveined and peeled (ask for easy peel at fish counter)
coarse salt
black pepper
chopped scallion, for garnish
fresh thyme, chopped for garnish

1
Cook rice to package directions.
2
Place a large, deep skillet over medium high heat.
3
Add oil and butter to the pan.
4
Cube chicken and place in hot oil and butter.
5
Brown chicken 3 minutes, add sausage, and cook 2 minutes more.
6
Add onion, celery, pepper, bay, and cayenne.
7
Saute vegetables 5 minutes, sprinkle flour over the pan and cook 1 or 2 minutes more.
8
Stir in tomatoes and broth and season with cumin, chili, poultry seasoning, and Worcestershire.
9
Bring liquids to a boil and add shrimp.
10
Simmer shrimp 5 minutes until pink and firm.
11
Remove the pot from the heat and place on a trivet.
12
Ladle jambalaya into shallow bowls.
13
Using an ice cream scoop, place a scoop of rice on to the center of the bowlfuls of jambalaya.
14
Sprinkle dishes with salt, pepper, chopped scallions, and thyme leaves.

950

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups enriched white rice, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, once around the pan, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 lb boneless skinless white chicken meat or 1 lb dark chicken meat, and more.

Yes, Everything Jambalaya Or "Jambalika"! falls under the Seafood 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!

Everything Jambalaya Or "Jambalika"!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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