LOW CARB JAMBALAYA

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A jambalaya for the low-carb and paleo crowd. It's rice free, with extra veggies to make up the volume. Just as delicious and flavorful as traditional jambalaya, without the insulin spike!

Provided by Morgan Mallory

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Jambalaya Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 large onion, diced
2 andouille sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch half-moons
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
3 green bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 zucchinis, diced
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
1 cup chicken broth
1 pound chicken breast, cooked, cooled, and chopped
1 pound cooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and andouille sausage and cook and stir until the onion starts to brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Mix in crushed tomatoes, green bell peppers, zucchinis, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, and chicken broth; bring mixture to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook uncovered until the liquid cooks off and the mixture is thick, about 15 minutes. Stir in chicken and shrimp and simmer until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 166.6 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 31.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 974.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Sahan Kaveesha
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The flavors were spot-on and the cauliflower rice was a great substitute for rice. I will definitely be making this again!


Narayan Poudel
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful jambalaya. The cauliflower rice is a great way to reduce carbs and the overall flavor is excellent.


Hannah Comelchook
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Eriel Galvez
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This is a great recipe for a low-carb jambalaya. The flavors are excellent and the cauliflower rice is a great substitute for traditional rice.


zeeshan ali buriro
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I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. The flavors were really good and the cauliflower rice was a great way to keep the dish low-carb. I will definitely be making this again!


Claudia Garcia
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This jambalaya is delicious and easy to make. The cauliflower rice is a great substitute for traditional rice and it really helps to keep the dish low-carb.


Ojekunle eniola
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I love this recipe! The flavors are amazing and the cauliflower rice is a great way to make it low-carb. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


shahzad sheikh
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful jambalaya. The cauliflower rice is a great way to reduce carbs and the overall flavor is excellent.


Ma Anu
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The flavors were spot-on and the cauliflower rice was a great way to keep the dish low-carb. I will definitely be making this again!


AsrafulasrafulAdl Asrafulasraful
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This jambalaya is a great way to enjoy the flavors of traditional jambalaya without all the carbs. The cauliflower rice is a great substitute for rice and it really helps to keep the dish low-carb.


Sanju Sunuwar
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mullah Umar
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This low-carb jambalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The flavors are bold and authentic, and the cauliflower rice is a great substitute for traditional rice.