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Jambalaya (No Mushy Rice!)

Jambalaya (No Mushy Rice!)
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If you’re searching for a comforting and flavorful dish to brighten your dinner table, this Jambalaya (No Mushy Rice!) is the perfect recipe! Bursting with vibrant colors and rich Cajun and Creole flavors, this one-pot meal combines tender chicken, savory sausage, succulent shrimp, and a medley of fresh vegetables. In just about 50 minutes, you can create a satisfying dish that will delight your family and friends. It’s easy to customize, making it versatile enough for any occasion—whether it’s a busy weeknight or a weekend gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 11 ounces fully-cooked turkey sausage (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 green bell peppers (deseeded and diced)
  • 2 ribs of celery (diced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 ½ cups uncooked long grain white rice (rinsed)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 (15-ounce can) crushed tomatoes
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • Sliced green onions and chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the diced chicken with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Sauté the seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden; set aside.
  3. Brown the turkey sausage in the same pot; remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté diced onion, bell peppers, and celery until softened.
  5. Add minced garlic, remaining Cajun seasoning, and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant.
  6. Stir in rinsed rice for one minute, then add bay leaf, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a simmer.
  7. After eight minutes, return chicken and sausage to the pot along with shrimp; cover until shrimp are cooked through.
  8. Garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.

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