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Jambalaya with Chicken Sausage

This Jambalaya with Chicken Sausage is packed with bold Cajun flavors and hearty textures for an easy, one-pot, comforting dinner.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 12 ounces Chicken Sausage sliced, preferably Cajun or smoked seasoning
  • 1 cup Onion diced
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Celery diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes undrained
  • 1.5 cups Long-Grain Rice
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper ground
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions sliced, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in your skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  • Pour the undrained diced tomatoes into the pan along with the Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Stir and let the spices bloom for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the long-grain rice to the pan and stir well to coat the grains. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  • Return the browned chicken sausage to the pan, nestling it into the rice mixture. Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Turn off the heat and let the jambalaya rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • Sharp Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula
  • Lid for the Pan

Notes

  • Use plant-based or turkey sausage as a protein alternative for different flavor profiles.
  • Brown rice can be used instead of long-grain rice; increase cooking time by about 10 minutes.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of broth to loosen the rice.