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One Skillet Jambalaya

45 minutes | Yield: 6 servings

Originating in Louisiana, Jambalaya is traditionally made with peppers, celery and onions that are nestled in a bed of rice that’s spiced with andouille sausage, chicken and bold Southern seasonings. Shrimp is also a great addition to this recipe if you have some on hand.

Ingredients

  • Olive Oil, as needed
  • 1 – 2 tsp. Cajun or Blackening Seasoning, to taste
  • 2 Chicken Breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 4 Andouille Sausages, cut into chunks
  • 1 small White Onion, chopped
  • 1 Bell Pepper (any color), chopped
  • 2 ribs of Celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves of Garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice
  • Lime Wedges, for serving (optional)
  • Fresh Cilantro, chopped for garnish

Directions

  1. Season chicken and sausage with desired seasonings. Sauté in a large skillet for 5 – 6 minutes with a tbsp. of olive oil over medium-high heat. Don’t worry about cooking the chicken all the way through, it will continue to cook later. Once browned, transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion, bell pepper and celery in the remaining oil that’s left in the pan (that’s where all the flavor is!) for 5 minutes. Add garlic and continue to cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add reserved meat, the can of tomatoes, chicken stock and long grain white rice to the skillet. Bring to a soft boil and then turn the heat to medium low and cook, covered, for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, stir together and then allow the jambalaya to cool for 5 – 6 minutes uncovered. This will allow flavors to finish blending and any leftover juices will thicken.
  5. Serve with a hefty sprinkle of fresh cilantro and lime wedges.