If you're a fan of spicy and flavorful dishes, chicken jambalaya is a must-try. This classic Louisiana dish is a combination of tender chicken, smoky sausage, aromatic vegetables, and fluffy rice, all cooked together in a flavorful broth. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, chicken jambalaya is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect chicken jambalaya, packed with authentic flavors and sure to impress your family and friends.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN JAMBALAYA
Make and share this Chicken Jambalaya recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and brown in hot oil in large saucepan.
- Add sausage and cook an another 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove meats from pan; set aside.
- Cook onions, green pepper, celery and garlic in same saucepan over medium-high heat until slightly softened.
- Stir in rice, cayenne pepper, broth, tomatoes, chicken and sausage; bring to a boil.
- Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
CHICKEN JAMBALAYA
This is a great easy chicken jambalaya recipe. It's great to serve at parties and it reheats well after! -Lynn Desjardins, Atkinson, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet lightly coated with cooking spray, saute chicken for 2-3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the next 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until heated through. , Stir in tomatoes; cover and simmer 10 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Serve with green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN JAMBALAYA I
This is a one-skillet chicken and rice dish with veggies, herbs and just a slight spicy kick!
Provided by Suzanne
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Jambalaya Recipes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Melt butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium low heat. Add celery, onion and green bell pepper and saute until tender. Stir in tomatoes, broth, rice, thyme or basil, garlic salt, ground black pepper, hot pepper sauce and bay leaf.
- Bring all to a boil; reduce heat, cover skillet and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in chicken or turkey and cook until heated through. Discard bay leaf and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 562.6 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CHICKEN JAMBALAYA
Provided by Sandra Lee
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon oil. Add the chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and brown on both sides, about 7 minutes, working in batches if necessary. Remove the chicken to a plate. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil and the onions, peppers, and celery, and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, Cajun seasoning, cayenne, salt and pepper, and give it a stir. Stir in the rice. Add the chicken back to the pot, along with the broth and tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 30 minutes. (Reserve 3 cups rice mixture for another use, such as Round 2 Recipe Cajun Quesadillas and Online Round 2 Recipe Cajun Red Bean and Rice Soup.) Serve, garnished with parsley.
EASY CAJUN JAMBALAYA
I have always loved Cajun foods but my wife doesn't like the 'kick.' In response to this, I made my traditional Jambalaya without the heat. Everyone loved this recipe and I hope you will to. Enjoy!
Provided by Grant Michel
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Jambalaya Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Saute chicken and kielbasa until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic. Season with cayenne, onion powder, salt and pepper. Cook 5 minutes, or until onion is tender and translucent. Add rice, then stir in chicken stock and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, or until rice is tender. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Carbohydrate 58.5 g, Cholesterol 73.9 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1082.5 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
SAUSAGE CHICKEN JAMBALAYA
For anyone who enjoys entertaining, this jambalaya is the perfect one-pot meal to feed a crowd. It's comforting, spicy and easy to make.-Betty Benthin, Grass Valley, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute sausage and chicken in oil for 5 minutes. Add celery and onion; saute 6-8 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, rice, thyme and Cajun seasoning., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 761mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN & CHORIZO JAMBALAYA
A Cajun-inspired rice pot recipe with spicy Spanish sausage, sweet peppers and tomatoes
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan with a lid and brown 2 chopped chicken breasts for 5-8 mins until golden.
- Remove and set aside. Tip in the 1 diced onion and cook for 3-4 mins until soft.
- Add 1 thinly sliced red pepper, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 75g sliced chorizo and 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, and cook for 5 mins more.
- Stir the chicken back in with 250g long grain rice, add the 400g can of tomatoes and 350ml chicken stock. Cover and simmer for 20-25 mins until the rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 64 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
CHICKEN JAMBALAYA
A lovely one pot recipes that comforting, quick and really tasty!
Provided by coopersned
Time 45m
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- In a deep lidded non-stick pan/wok fry the onion and pepper until coloured to your liking - remove and set aside
- Mix the flour and paprika and then dust the diced chicken with the mix. Fry the chicken in the same pan for about 5 minutes until coloured all over - remove and set aside.
- Fry the chorizo and chilli together until the chorizo starts to release it's oils.
- Stir in the rice so that it is coated in the oils. Return the onions, pepper and chicken to the pan and then pour over the stock and give everything a good stir.
- Bring to the boil then cover and gently simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked (avoid stiring if possible).
- Serve with a dollop or creme fraiche.
GRILLED CILANTRO-LIME CHICKEN THIGHS
All the flavor without the fuss, these chicken thighs come together in a flash. Serve with Mexican-style street corn and beans.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Chicken Thighs
Time 2h17m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk cilantro, oil, lime juice, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add thighs and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Cook thighs for 6 minutes. Flip and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve with lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 188.4 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 200.1 mg
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients, especially the chicken and sausage. Organic or free-range chicken and andouille sausage made with pork shoulder or tasso will give you the best flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the chicken and sausage. If necessary, cook them in batches so that they don't steam instead of brown.
- Use a good quality Cajun seasoning. You can make your own or buy a pre-made blend. If you're making your own, be sure to include paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and white pepper.
- Don't skimp on the vegetables. The holy trinity of onion, celery, and bell pepper is essential for jambalaya, and you should also add plenty of garlic.
- Use a good quality chicken stock. Homemade is best, but a good-quality store-bought stock will also work.
- Bring the jambalaya to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and the rice to cook through.
- Serve jambalaya with your favorite toppings, such as green onions, chopped parsley, and hot sauce.
Conclusion:
Chicken jambalaya is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can make a jambalaya that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give chicken jambalaya a try. You won't be disappointed!
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