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Cajun Jambalaya With Chicken Shrimp And Sausage: A Flavorful Feast

Cajun Jambalaya With Chicken Shrimp And Sausage

Cajun Jambalaya is a flavorful dish combining chicken, shrimp, and sausage for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken thighs, diced
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chicken until browned.
  2. Add sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; cook until vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in rice and Cajun seasoning, then add broth, thyme, black pepper, cayenne, and bay leaf.
  4. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low; simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until shrimp are cooked through.
  6. Remove bay leaf and stir in parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For added spice, adjust the cayenne pepper to taste.
  • This dish is best served fresh but can be reheated.

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Keywords: Cajun Jambalaya, Chicken Jambalaya, Shrimp Jambalaya, Sausage Jambalaya