Best 14 Easy Jambalaya Recipes

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Jambalaya is a classic Cajun dish that combines the flavors of Louisiana in one pot. It is a rice-based dish that is typically made with chicken, shrimp, and sausage, along with a variety of vegetables and spices. Jambalaya is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a casual get-together or a weeknight dinner. There are many different variations of jambalaya, but they all share the common ingredients of rice, protein, vegetables, and spices. Jambalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CAJUN JAMBALAYA



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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

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
8 ounces kielbasa, diced
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
½ cup diced celery
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups uncooked white rice
4 cups chicken stock
3 bay leaves
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

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

EASY JAMBALAYA RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Jambalaya Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, andouille sausage, garlic, jalapeño pepper, white onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, celery, chicken stock, tomato, rice, cajun seasoning, bay leaf, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, shrimp, salt, pepper

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, diced
1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
4 cloves garlic
1 jalapeño pepper, diced
1 white onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 ribs celery, diced
3 cups chicken stock
14 oz tomato, crushed
1 ½ cups rice
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 lb shrimp
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add diced chicken breasts and Andouille sausage. Add salt and pepper to taste, and cook thoroughly.
  • Add crushed garlic and a diced jalapeño pepper.
  • NOTE: Leave the jalapeño seeds in for extra spice
  • Stir in diced onion, peppers, celery until they're soft.
  • Add chicken stock, tomatoes, rice, cajun seasoning, bay leaf, dried thyme, cayenne pepper and stir.
  • Cover and simmer stew for 30 minutes.
  • NOTE: Stir occasionally to make sure the rice doesn't burn at the bottom of the pan.
  • Once the rice is cooked, add in shrimp, season with salt and pepper, then continue simmering until the shrimp are cooked through.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1371 calories, Carbohydrate 81 grams, Fat 84 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 64 grams, Sugar 18 grams

QUICK AND EASY JAMBALAYA



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This recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy jambalaya without spending too much time in the kitchen. It has just enough spice to give it a kick without making it too spicy. I use turkey kielbasa to make this recipe a little more healthy. I also suggest making your own home-mixed Cajun seasoning to avoid too many unnecessary additives.

Provided by NanLan

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 celery stalk, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
½ onion, diced
1 (10 ounce) can chunk chicken breast, drained and flaked
1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 (16 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups instant brown rice

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Boil sausage until hot, 8 to 12 minutes; drain.
  • Heat canola oil in a pot over medium-high heat; saute sausage, celery, bell pepper, and onion in hot oil until vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir chicken and Cajun seasoning into the vegetable mixture. Pour broth and tomatoes into the pot; bring to a boil, add the rice, and stir. Return mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover pot, and simmer mixture until for 5 minutes. Remove cover, stir, and continue to simmer until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 82.7 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 2037.5 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

EASY JAMBALAYA



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I brought this easy jambalaya to a Sunday potluck and it was quickly gobbled up. When friends asked me for the recipe, they couldn't believe how easy it was! -Tami Kuehl, Loup City, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) jambalaya mix
1 package (14 ounces) hot smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 cup uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup pico de gallo

Steps:

  • Prepare jambalaya mix according to package directions, adding sausage and shrimp during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese, pico de gallo and green onions; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Fat 32g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 2159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

EASY SHRIMP JAMBALAYA



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This Southern dish is my family's favorite. They love the hearty combination of sausage, shrimp and rice. I appreciate the fact that it cooks in one pot for a marvelous meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 pound bulk hot or mild Italian sausage
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups diced fully cooked ham
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pound fresh medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage until browned; drain. Stir in onion and green pepper until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, broth, ham, rice, bay leaf and thyme; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tender. , Stir in shrimp; cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts :

QUICK AND EASY - BUT DELICIOUS - JAMBALAYA!



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Even though I'm a born-and-raised Arizonan, both of my grandparents are from southern Louisiana. As a result, I grew up eating a lot of good, homecooked Cajun food!! This isn't a family recipe, but it rivals any I've had. (It's a combination of several recipes I found online.) I find myself craving it once every couple of weeks...luckily my boyfriend loves it too! :-) This can be made with 2 pounds of chicken, or 1 lb chicken + 1 lb smoked sausage. The chicken / shrimp is our favorite way to make it, and the chicken / smoked sausage is a close second.

Provided by Robyns Cookin

Categories     Cajun

Time 40m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup uncooked rice
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
1 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (I use Tony Chachere's creole seasoning)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions (I cook it in chicken broth for more flavor).
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a stock pot over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the onions, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until tender.
  • Add the meat and sauté until cooked.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, seasonings, and cooked rice.
  • Cover and cook until heated through.

EASY CROWD-PLEASING JAMBALAYA



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This is the best jambalaya you will ever eat! So easy; cook the vegetables and add everything into a casserole dish and bake! Some hearty bread on the side, and you have a meal!

Provided by Jennifer Henley

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Jambalaya Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped onion
2 cooked chicken breast halves, cubed
½ pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of shrimp soup
1 (10.5 ounce) can French onion soup
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
2 cups sliced andouille sausage
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup converted long-grain white rice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir bell pepper and onion until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in chicken, shrimp, cream of shrimp soup, French onion soup, diced tomatoes, andouille sausage, chicken broth, and rice. Transfer mixture to a baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until rice is tender, about 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 117.9 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 1482.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

EASY JAMBALAYA



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I often make this dish for potlucks and always come home with an empty dish. It is economical and easy to make. Not only that, but it is delicious and will have everybody asking you for the recipe

Provided by Julie Merlich

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large onion, diced
2 medium green peppers, chopped
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
3 chicken breats, cooked and chopped
2 16 oz packages hillshire farm or louis rich sausage (kielbasa, turkey, or chicken)
2 can(s) campbells french onion soup
1 can(s) chicken broth
1 can(s) beef broth
3 c uncooked long grain white rice
4-5 tsp creole seasoning
1-2 c frozen or fresh shrimp (optional)
1/2 c fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. In a large dutch oven, saute onion and green pepper in oil over medium heat until limp.
  • 2. slice or dice sausage and add to onion and green pepper. Cook for 1 minute. Add the creole seasoning, soups, chicken, and uncooked rice. Cover and simmer until rice is cooked and liquid is evaporated, about 20 minutes.
  • 3. If desired add shrimp and heat through until pink in color. May garnish with cilantro

JON'S EASY SHRIMP JAMBALAYA



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Categories     Pork     Shellfish     Low Fat

Yield [should serve 8 or more - but depends on appetite

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients
2-3 14oz. cans chicken broth[I prefer Health Valley low fat - great flavor and 6gm protein per
serving]
2 16oz can/jar medium salsa[or hot, depending on taste]
1 medium onion
2 celery stalks optional
2# shrimp 31-40 count fresh/frozen unpeeled [adds more flavor than pre cooked]
1# Andouille Sausage [I use Aidells - the sausage is made from chunks of meat instead
of ground, which provides a more complex texture]
12-16oz long grain/wild rice
2-4 tbsp Olive Oil
optionals: cayenne pepper, Worchestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • Put shrimp into warm water to thaw Dump chicken broth and salsa into crock pot, high heat Cut Andouille sausage in half lengthwise, then slice in 1/4 inch pieces so shrimp & sausage about the same size Chop onion and celery In skillet, medium high heat, add olive oil, brown Andouille sausage, then dump into crock pot, saving oil Lightly saute onion and celery, then dump into crock pot. Turn crock pot to low, will take about 2 hours to be simmering throughout. In the meantime peel shrimp, divide in half, and dump into crock pot once pot has been simmering as above; let simmer for additional 15 minutes RICE You can add rice directly to crock pot - makes thicker jambalaya, may need to add additional chicken broth. I prefer the following: When shrimp have turned white, take 2 cups of broth from crock pot, put in pot on stove, add can of chicken broth, and add rice. Heat at medium until simmering, then turn down, cover, and simmer for about 3/4 hour or until done.

EASY SKILLET JAMBALAYA



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Threw this together last night for dinner and everyone loved it!! Super quick and basically fool-proof! Way to easy to taste this good :)

Provided by keebler99

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cooked white rice
3 cups water
1 lb smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch think coins (I used Johnsonville jalapeno cheese)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with onion and garlic, undrained
2 tablespoons onion salt or 1 medium chopped onion
1 -4 teaspoon creole seasoning (to taste)
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 lb uncooked deveined peeled large shrimp, tails removed

Steps:

  • 1. Over medium heat mix first 6 ingredients and bring to a good simmer (about 10min).
  • 2. Add in bell pepper and shrimp. Cook until shrimp is done (turns pink and just starts to curl).
  • *Note* you can add the bell pepper in sooner if you like them cooked to a softer texture, we like ours still crunchy so I waited until I put the shrimp in to add it.

FAST AND EASY JAMBALAYA



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From Betty's Soul Food Collection... Turn classic Cajun jambalaya into your very own specialty by adding a secret twist-leftover chicken from last night, just perfect for soaking up the tangy sauce.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onions
1 package (12 oz) smoked Polish or kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 jar (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky picante sauce (any variety)
1 can (14.5 oz) Italian-stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 1/4 cups frozen sweet peas
2 2/3 cups hot cooked instant rice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle lemon-pepper seasoning and garlic powder over chicken cubes. In 12-inch skillet or 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center.
  • Stir in onions and sausage; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in picante sauce and tomatoes. Reduce heat to medium; cook 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in peas; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until peas are tender. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 48 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2340 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 1 g

ELLEN'S "BIG-EASY" JAMBALAYA



ELLEN'S

This dish is so easy and so delicious--they will keep comin' back for more! I've cheated by using a box mix but I've tweaked it just a bit. You may have your own ideas! Photo by: http://www.zatarains.com/Zatarains/Search/SearchResults.aspx?type=Recipe&query=%40Cuisine%3dJambalaya&pq=Jambalaya

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box (8 oz.) zatarain's new orleans style jambalaya mix
2 c water
1 can(s) (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 can(s) (12 oz.) swanson or tyson white chicken, drained and flaked
1 lb smoked beef sausage, cut in bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the water and tomato sauce in a 3-qt. saucepan; bring to a boil. Add the jambalaya mix and mix well.
  • 2. Add the chicken and sausage, mixing well. Return to boil; reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, 25 or 30 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • 3. Remove from heat; let sit 5 minutes. Serve with crusty French bread, New Orleans style.

EASY JAMBALAYA



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Easy to make, and easily accomodates your preference for sausage, shrimp, chicken, etc. A quick one-pot meal! From the Houston Chronicle, some time ago. Enjoy!

Provided by LorenLou

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/2 cup chopped green onion
2 cups uncle ben converted rice
1 (13 1/4 ounce) can mushroom pieces or 1 (13 1/4 ounce) can canned mushroom slices, drained
other cajun seasoning or creole seasoning (don't skimp here!)
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes & chilies
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can French onion soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1 lb shrimp or 1 lb chicken (your preference, cut into bite-size pieces, I have used half left over turkey or chicken, and half s)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In a large dutch oven, saute the onions in the butter until soft.
  • Add the rice, mixing until rice is coated.
  • Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the mushrooms and cajun seasoning to taste and simmer another 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, onion soup and beef broth.
  • Add your meat choice, and stir to combine.
  • Cover the pot (dutch oven), and place in oven, baking 45-60 minutes.
  • Stir once, halfway through cooking time.

EASY JAMBALAYA IN THE CROCKPOT



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Found this recipe through Pinterest. What's better than Jambalaya that cooks itself? Great flavor. Shrimp (raw) can be added if desired in the last half hour of cooking.

Provided by Allison Hazell

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut up in small pieces
1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
1 can(s) 28oz diced tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 c chopped celery
1 c chicken broth
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp dried parsley
2 tsp cajun seasoning
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 c instant rice

Steps:

  • 1. Place all ingredients except rice in slow cooker. Cook on low for 7-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful spices, and a good quality stock will make all the difference in your jambalaya.
  • Don't skimp on the roux: The roux is the foundation of the jambalaya, so take your time and cook it until it's a rich, dark brown color.
  • Use a variety of meats and vegetables: Jambalaya is a great way to use up leftover meats and vegetables, so don't be afraid to experiment. Just make sure to use ingredients that will cook evenly.
  • Cook the jambalaya in a large pot: Jambalaya is a hearty dish, so you'll need a large pot to cook it in. A Dutch oven or a large stockpot is a good option.
  • Serve the jambalaya with your favorite toppings: Jambalaya is traditionally served with green onions, tomatoes, and hot sauce, but you can also add other toppings like sour cream, cheese, or avocado.

Conclusion:

Jambalaya is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftover meats and vegetables, and it's also a perfect dish for a party or potluck. With a little practice, you'll be able to make a jambalaya that's sure to impress your friends and family.

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