Description

Looking for a quick weeknight dinner that packs serious Southern flavor? This Easy Homemade Jambalaya is a one-pot wonder featuring juicy shrimp, smoky andouille sausage, tender chicken, and seasoned rice simmered in bold Creole spices. It’s perfect for anyone craving comfort food, easy dinner recipes, or satisfying meal prep ideas. Whether you’re hunting for bold food ideas or a healthy, filling dinner, this dish checks every box — bold, hearty, and deeply comforting.

Ingredients

225g andouille sausage, sliced

225g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

225g boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced

1 cup long grain white rice

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

1 medium onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (400g) diced tomatoes

2 1/2 cups chicken stock

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

2 tablespoons sliced green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Chop all vegetables, slice sausage, dice chicken, and prep shrimp.

2. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Brown the sausage for 3–4 minutes and set aside.

3. Add chicken, season lightly, and cook until browned but not fully cooked. Set aside with sausage.

4. Add remaining oil. Sauté onion, celery, and bell peppers until soft, about 5–7 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes.

5. Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and Cajun seasoning; mix well.

6. Pour in chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes.

7. Add shrimp, sausage, and chicken. Cover and cook 5–7 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked.

8. Let jambalaya rest for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Garnish with green onions and parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

Use a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot to avoid burning the rice.

Adjust spice levels by using more or less Cajun seasoning based on your heat tolerance.

Add shrimp only at the end to keep them tender and juicy.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: easy dinner, quick jambalaya, homemade jambalaya, one-pot meals, Southern food