Easy Jambalaya Recipe - A Flavorful Southern Dish!
Savor the rich flavors of this Easy Jambalaya recipe, a classic Southern dish that's perfect for a hearty meal. Here's how to make it:
**Ingredients:**
- 2 tbsp. olive oil, divided
- 3 links chicken andouille sausage
- 1 1/4 cups diced green pepper
- 1 1/4 cups diced celery
- 1 1/4 cups diced onion
- 2 large cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp kosher salt, divided
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 14 oz can canned tomatoes
- 1 3/4 cups chicken stock
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup quick-cooking brown rice or white rice
- 1/2 lb peeled and deveined shrimp (medium or large size)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded chicken
- Green onion for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chicken andouille sausage and cook until browned on both sides.
2. Drizzle in the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and add the diced green pepper, celery, onion, minced garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Reduce the heat to medium and sauté until the veggies are slightly softened, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add tomato paste, stir, and cook for 1 minute. Pour in the canned tomatoes, chicken stock, remaining salt, smoked paprika, oregano, bay leaves, thyme, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, and rice. Stir to combine everything. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce it to a simmer. Cover and cook until the rice is fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes.
4. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. When the rice is done, add the shredded chicken and shrimp. Stir and then cover. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the shrimp is cooked through and turns pink.
5. Season the dish with salt and pepper. Garnish with sliced green onions.
Enjoy this flavorful and hearty Easy Jambalaya with a taste of the South! 🍛😋