NEW ORLEANS JAMBALAYA

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Jambalaya is a catch-all for meat and seafood, making it a favorite for my husband! It's sure to warm you up on a chilly day. -Sabrina Hickey, Columbus, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 29

1/2 teaspoon mustard seed
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon dill seed
1/2 teaspoon whole allspice
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 pound boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1-inch slices
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 to 2 cups water, divided
1/2 cup tomato puree
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon apple pie spice
2 bay leaves
1/2 pound uncooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place the first five ingredients on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag. Set aside. , In a stockpot, saute the chicken, pork, onion, green pepper and celery in butter and oil until meat is browned. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the sausage, ham, tomatoes, 1 cup water, tomato puree, parsley, salt, pepper, thyme, cayenne, chili powder, apple pie spice, bay leaves and spice bag. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. During the last 3 minutes, add shrimp and, if necessary, the remaining water. Discard bay leaves and spice bag. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Beck Griffiths
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This jambalaya is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal to make.


Abrarshair Jhurarr
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I've made this jambalaya recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a crowd.


Ashker Ibne Sayeed
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I love this jambalaya recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Muhammad Ahmad Bhatti
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This is the best jambalaya recipe I've ever tried. The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make.


Mr Alpha
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This jambalaya was just what I was looking for. It was flavorful and easy to make. I'll definitely be adding it to my regular rotation of recipes.


Mahmoud Olliek
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I tried this jambalaya recipe for the first time last week and it was a big hit with my family. We'll definitely be making it again soon.


Keshia
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This is my favorite jambalaya recipe. I love the combination of flavors and the fact that it's so easy to make.


Ujik Rai
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I've made this jambalaya several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's a great recipe for a casual get-together.


Kitsuken
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This jambalaya was a disappointment. The rice was mushy and the sauce was bland.


Qalab Abbas
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I'm not a big fan of jambalaya, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The flavors were good and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Samsul Alom
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I thought this jambalaya was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Toheed Khan
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This jambalaya was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper if you don't like spicy food.


SANA
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I followed the recipe exactly and my jambalaya turned out great. I especially liked the addition of the okra.


anthony whitaker
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This is the best jambalaya I've ever had! The rice was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious.


Jeff Willscouth
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I wasn't sure how this jambalaya would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was really tasty and I loved the combination of flavors.


Momin
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This jambalaya is amazing! The flavors are well-balanced and the chicken is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Aliyu Sani
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I love this recipe! It's my go-to jambalaya recipe. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Mornante Ferus
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This jambalaya was a hit with my family! The flavors were incredible and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again soon.