Best 6 Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Kabobs Couscous Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with this tantalizing recipe for spicy cajun jambalaya kabobs couscous. This delectable dish combines the bold and smoky flavors of cajun spices with tender shrimp, juicy chicken, and an array of colorful vegetables, all skewered and grilled to perfection. Served atop a bed of fluffy couscous, this dish is a vibrant and flavorful journey that will transport your taste buds to the heart of the bayou. Let's embark on a culinary adventure and discover the steps to creating this flavorful feast.

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CAJUN JAMBALAYA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

12 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped
4 ounces chicken, diced
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning, recipe follows
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce
3/4 cup rice
3 cups chicken stock
5 ounces Andouille sausage, sliced
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine shrimp, chicken and Creole seasoning, and work in seasoning well. In a large saucepan heat oil over high heat with onion, pepper and celery, 3 minutes. Add garlic, tomatoes, bay leaves, Worcestershire and hot sauces. Stir in rice and slowly add broth. Reduce heat to medium and cook until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. When rice is just tender add shrimp and chicken mixture and sausage. Cook until meat is done, about 10 minutes more. Season to taste with salt, pepper and Creole seasoning.

SPICY CAJUN JAMBALAYA KABOBS & COUSCOUS



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Categories     Shellfish     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Grill/Barbecue

Yield Makes 4 servings: 2-3 kebabs & 1/2 c. couscous

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 package of wooden skewers, soaked in water for 10 minutes
Marinade:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp. dried thyme or 1 tblsp. fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1 tblsp. finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp. finely chopped fresh garlic
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
For kebabs:
1 pound of frozen cooked deveined peeled shrimp, thawed
1 pound of turkey kielbasa sausage, sliced in 1/2" slices
1 pound of chicken breasts, cut in 1" cubes
2 red, green or yellow peppers, cut into 1" dice
1 sweet yellow or white onion like Walla Walla, Mayan Sweet, Vedalia, cut into 1" dice
2 dozen cherry tomatoes
Couscous:
1 box or package of couscous
Chicken broth
1/4 cup very finely chopped celery stalks including leaves
1 tblsp. chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Prepare marinade by mixing together the olive oil, fresh thyme, salt, fresh parsley, garlic and red pepper flakes. Prepare the meats, shrimp and vegetables and put them in a glass pan. Pour the marinade over them and let stand for 15 minutes. Alternately skewer shrimp, meats and vegetables. Grill on medium hot barbecue grill or indoor/stove top grill, turning often, until chicken is cooked through and shrimp have turned pink, about 10 minutes. While kebabs are grilling, prepare the couscous by following the package directions, substituting any seasoning mix and/or water with the same amount of canned chicken broth and the celery. Cook following the package directions. Fluff with fork and empty into a serving bowl and sprinkle with the remaining fresh parsley. As a compliment to the spicy flavors, serve with a red wine such as vqav Zinfandel or Merlot.

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

COUSCOUS JAMBALAYA



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I saw this on "Good Morning America" this morning. Emeril Lagasse is the creator of this recipe. It looked so good that I posted it here to find it easier.

Provided by Elizabeth Fullerton

Categories     Stew

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

12 raw shrimp, peeled and chopped (about 3/4 pound)
1 small chicken breast, boned,skinned and chopped (generous 1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon emeril creole seasoning (recipe below)
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces chopped andouille sausages (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/2 cup peeled seeded and chopped Italian plum tomato (about 2)
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups couscous
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon dried leaf thyme

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  • Makes about 2/3 cup.
  • In a bowl, combine the shrimp, chicken and Creole Seasoning and use your hands to blend thoroughly.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large nonreactive skillet over high heat.
  • Add the seasoned shrimp and chicken and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  • Add the andouille, onions, bell peppers, celery and garlic and stir-fry for one minute.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, bay leaves, Worcestershire, hot sauce, stock, salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, stir in the couscous, and turn off the heat.
  • Cover the skillet and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the cover and stir in the remaining olive oil.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Makes about 5 cups.

SPICY CAJUN CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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I found this recipe in a Mr. Foods magazine and it has become a family favorite. Do use a spicy sausage for this dish as I have found using just plain pork sausage meat does not work as well.

Provided by SueVM

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped
3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 (28 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 -3 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, to taste
1/2 lb precooked spicy andouille sausage, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 lb smoked ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 lb crawfish, peeled (optional)
1 bunch scallion, coarsely chopped
2 pinches salt (or to taste)
3 cups uncooked long-grain white rice

Steps:

  • In a large pot melt butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic and saute 5 minutes stirring often.
  • Add shrimp, chicken bay leaves and thyme. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside and the shrimp is opaque.
  • Stir in paprika until thoroughly mixed with other ingredients.
  • Stir in tomatoes, chicken broth, worcestershire sauce and hot sauce until well mixed.
  • Add sausage and ham stirring well. Add crawfish (if using) and cook over medium-high heat until the liquid returns to a boil.
  • Stir in scallions, salt and rice. Reduce heat to low, cover with lid and cook 30 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  • Serve with fresh crusty french bread.

SPEEDY JAMBALAYA



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Spicy sausage and colorful sweet peppers make this classic Cajun dish look as appetizing as it tastes. It's impossible to say no to seconds! -Nicole Filizetti, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/3 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 large onion, halved and sliced
1 medium green pepper, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
3/4 pound fully cooked andouille or smoked sausage, sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and peppers in oil for 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, bay leaves, salt, paprika, thyme, pepper and pepper sauce. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in peas and sausage; heat through. Discard bay leaves. Serve with rice. Sprinkle each serving with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1020mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place:Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready to go.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients:This will make all the difference in the final dish.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings to your taste:Jambalaya is a versatile dish, so feel free to add more or less spice, salt, or pepper to suit your preferences.
  • Cook the jambalaya until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through:This will take about 20 minutes.
  • Serve the jambalaya immediately, topped with your favorite toppings:Such as green onions, cilantro, or hot sauce.

Conclusion:

Spicy Cajun Jambalaya Kabobs with Couscous is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The jambalaya is made with a variety of fresh vegetables, chicken, and shrimp, and it is seasoned with a flavorful blend of Cajun spices. The kabobs are grilled until the chicken and shrimp are cooked through, and they are served over a bed of fluffy couscous. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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