Description
One Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya is a delicious Cajun classic that brings bold flavors to your table in under an hour. This hearty dish combines smoky sausage, tender shrimp, and perfectly spiced rice into one easy-to-make meal, making it ideal for busy weeknights or gathering with friends. The convenience of cooking everything in a single pot means less cleanup and more time to enjoy your meal. With its rich blend of spices and fresh ingredients, this jambalaya is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces andouille sausage (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned.
- Add diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, celery, and garlic; sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in rice, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and thyme; cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir well; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the shrimp; cook until pink and opaque.
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg