Best 2 Spicy Chicken Jambalaya Recipes

Welcome to the culinary adventure of creating a tantalizing and fiery dish that will ignite your taste buds – Spicy Chicken Jambalaya! This Louisiana classic is a vibrant medley of bold flavors, where the heat of the chili peppers dances harmoniously with the rich, savory notes of succulent chicken, aromatic vegetables, and fragrant spices. Get ready to embark on a journey of culinary exploration as we unveil the secrets behind crafting the perfect Spicy Chicken Jambalaya, a dish that is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CAJUN CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA

Spicy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya image

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

Ingredients

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.

SPICY CHICKEN JAMBALAYA

Spicy Chicken Jambalaya image

Make and share this Spicy Chicken Jambalaya recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jena_c

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 1/2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon creole seasoning
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for browning meats)
5 links cooked sausage
1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup onion, diced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
3 cups chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1/4 cup zucchini (optional-as filler)
1/4 cup yellow squash (optional-as filler)
4 small habanero peppers

Steps:

Brown cubed chicken in heated oil over medium heat in skillet for ten (10) minutes.
Add sausage links and cook until browned.
Remove meat, set inside a Dutch oven.
Place peppers, onions, zucchini, squash, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, chili powder and Creole Seasoning in same skillet until tender.
Add pepper mix to meat.
Add rice, broth and stewed tomatoes.
Bring to a boil, simmer on medium heat for 30 minutes.
Serve with fresh lime wedges on the side, if desired.

Tips:

Use a large pot or Dutch oven: Jambalaya is a one-pot dish, so you'll need a large pot or Dutch oven to cook it in.
Cook the chicken and sausage first: This will help to brown the meat and develop its flavor.
Use a variety of vegetables: Jambalaya is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Some popular vegetables to include are celery, onions, bell peppers, and okra.
Use a good quality rice: A long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine, will work best in jambalaya.
Season the dish well: Jambalaya is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to season it well with salt, pepper, and other spices.
Let the jambalaya rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and the rice to absorb the sauce.

Conclusion:

Jambalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make one-pot meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. With its combination of chicken, sausage, vegetables, and rice, jambalaya is a surefire hit with everyone who tries it.

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