Jambalaya Dressing Recipe

Name: Jambalaya Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups Long Grain Rice; 2 Sweet Italian Sausages; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 cup Brown Onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper; 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper; 2 cups peeled, seeded tomatoes,chopped; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; Pinch dried thyme, crumbled; 1 cup diced cooked ham; 1/2 pound tiny shrimp,shelled,deveined; Salt to taste; Freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups Long Grain Rice
2 Sweet Italian Sausages
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 cup Brown Onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
2 cups peeled, seeded tomatoes,chopped
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
Pinch dried thyme, crumbled
1 cup diced cooked ham
1/2 pound tiny shrimp,shelled,deveined
Salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste

1
Cook rice according to package directions until firm-tender, not soft; you should have about 3 1/2C.
2
Saute sausages in oil in medium skillet, over medium heat, turning frequently, until browned on all sides. Cool. Cut into 1/8 in. slices
3
Saute onion and garlic in butter in large skillet orver medium heat until golden, about 6 minutes. Add green and red peppers and cook 3 minutes.
4
Add tomatoes, sprinkle with sugar. Add broth, basil, lemon zest, chili powder and thyme. Cook 5 minutes.
5
Transfer to large bowl. Stir in ham, shrimp, sausages and rice.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
If you are stuffing the turkey with this, let it cool before you do.
8
If you just want the dressing as a side dish, bake at medium heat 350 degrees for a half hour or so.

517

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups Long Grain Rice, 2 Sweet Italian Sausages, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 1 cup Brown Onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Jambalaya Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jambalaya Dressing

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