Description
One Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Louisiana cooking. This hearty one-pot meal features succulent shrimp, savory smoked chicken sausage, and fluffy rice, all simmered with colorful vegetables and aromatic spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this jambalaya is not only delicious but also simple to make, ensuring a delightful culinary experience with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 12 oz smoked chicken sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the bell pepper, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions and bell peppers until softened, about five minutes.
- Stir in garlic and sliced chicken sausage; cook until sausage is slightly caramelized, about three minutes.
- Add long-grain rice and Cajun seasoning; mix well to incorporate flavors.
- Pour in diced tomatoes (with juice) and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- After twenty minutes of cooking on low heat, add shrimp; cover and cook for an additional five minutes until shrimp are bright pink.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 325g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 175mg