Shrimp Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Shrimp Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb. bacon, cut in 1-inch strips; 2 onions, minced; 2 green peppers, cut in strips; 1 c. uncooked rice; 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes; 1/2 lb. cooked smoked ham, cut in bite size pieces; 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can chicken broth; 1 tsp. minced garlic; 1 tsp. salt; black pepper to taste; 1/2 tsp. thyme; 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Servings: persons

1/4 lb. bacon, cut in 1-inch strips
2 onions, minced
2 green peppers, cut in strips
1 c. uncooked rice
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes
1/2 lb. cooked smoked ham, cut in bite size pieces
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can chicken broth
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. salt
black pepper to taste
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
In medium saucepan, saute bacon until brown, but not crisp.
3
Remove bacon and reserve.
4
Saute onions in drippings until translucent.
5
Add green peppers; stir and cook about 4 minutes.
6
Add rice, stirring until rice is coated and turns opaque.
7
Add tomatoes, ham, reserved bacon, chicken broth, garlic, salt, pepper and thyme.
8
Pour mixture into large shallow casserole. Bake at 350u00b0 for 40 to 50 minutes or until rice is tender.
9
More broth may be added as casserole bakes.
10
Add raw shrimp, pushing down in rice.
11
Cook for additional 10 minutes.
12
Serve immediately.

658

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 lb. bacon, cut in 1-inch strips, 2 onions, minced, 2 green peppers, cut in strips, 1 c. uncooked rice, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Jambalaya 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!

Shrimp Jambalaya

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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