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Rice, Andouille Sausage, Chicken, Shrimp and More!
Hey friends! I’ve been getting a ton of recipe requests for Jambalaya. The other day while cleaning out my refrigerator & freezer, I realized that I had everything needed for my recipe. In this post, I’m going to share MY recipe for jambalaya.
My jambalaya recipe consist of a lot of flavorful ingredients. There’s chicken, ham, andouille sausage and shrimp. If you don’t have or don’t want to add everything mentioned, I strongly suggest sticking to at least using Andouille Sausage. Honestly, jambalaya isn’t jambalaya without cajun style andouille sausage!
The chicken that I used was boneless skinless chicken thighs. However, you can use chicken breast if you choose.
I use ham, and the ham that was used in this dish was leftover ham that I had in my freezer. You can use store bought pre cooked ham.
As far as shrimp-it IS optional. I know that there are a lot of people that are allergic to seafood or dislike it. If that is the case, leave it on out.
Unlike a lot of people, I use a combination of crushed tomatoes AND tomato sauce. I like using tomato sauce in addition to the crushed tomatoes because the rice soaks up the sauce easily. This results in amazingly flavored rice!
You will find that I don’t use a lot of seasonings for this recipe, simply because it’s not needed! You have plenty flavor from the ham & andouille sausage. If anything you can add a little garlic powder, or onion powder. However, it’s certainly not needed.
Anyways, here’s my recipe. I know it’s been a while since I’ve shared a southern recipe. If y’all have any requests for me, make sure to leave them down below.
Here’s my recipe for delicious homemade Jambalaya!
Homemade Jambalaya
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb boneless & skinless chicken thighs chopped
- 1 lb cajun andouille sausage chopped
- 1 cup cooked ham diced
- 1 1/2 lb shrimp I used large shrimp
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 2 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 2 ribs of celery chopped
- 1 large bell pepper chopped
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 1 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups long grain rice
- 1/4 vegetable oil
- 2/3 cup water
- Chopped green onions Optional
Instructions
- Pour the vegetable oil into a large pot, and turn the heat to medium high.
- Add in the chicken, and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Next add in the ham, followed by the andouille sausage.
- Cook the ingredients for about 5- 7 minutes, then toss in the onions, peppers, and celery.
- Stir all of the ingredients, and make sure everything is well incorporated.
- Next, add in the crush tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken stock.
- Sprinkle in the cajun seasoning.
- Toss in the two bay leaves, and stir the ingredients.
- Turn the heat to high, and bring everything to a boil.
- 10. Add in the rice, and reduce the heat to low.
- 11. Stir the ingredients, and cook for about 10 minutes.
- 12. Pour 2/3 cup of water into the pot, and give everything a nice stir.
- 13. Continue to cook until the rice is nice and tender.
- 14. Toss in the shrimp, and fold in.
- 15. Let cook for another 5-7 minutes, then turn the heat off.
- 16. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
- 17. Dish it out, and sprinkle the chopped green onions on top
- 18. Serve and enjoy!
If you enjoyed this jambalaya, try these other Cajun-inspired recipes!
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Connie says
Oh, thanks for sharing. Love to clean out my refrig and freezer. I have everything to make this. Thanks for a great blog with fabulous recipes.
Rosie says
Thanks for coming by!
Trish Oliver says
Thank you Rosie for your wonderful and very yummy recipes!!
Whitney says
Still use this recipe today! It’s perfect!!!
Shay says
I absolutely loved this meal! After being cooked can it be put in the freezer for later? School is about to start and I’m trying to find some delicious meals that are freezer friendly lol. Thank you, and I LOVE your page!
Rosie says
You sure can freeze it! 🙂
Janet.... countrylivingmama says
Hey Rosie, this recipe looks delicious and I will definitely be trying it out soon. My question is do you put any seasoning in it?
Thank you!
Janet
Rosie says
No, I don’t. However, if you would like to add more seasonings you can 🙂
Marilyn Vazquez says
Hey Rosie,
As usual this dish looks easy to make and looks delicious. I cannot wait to make this. I will post a photo when I do. Thanks for all you do.
Rosie says
Thanks for coming by!
Kyrie says
I love your recipes and can’t wait to try this one out
Kimberly says
I love all of your recipes!!! I’m going to make your Jambalaya tomorrow. I planned my meals for the week and I’m using several of your recipes. I bought my groceries this weekend and I have everything I need for the Jambalaya. I’ll let you know how everything turned out.
Rosie says
Keep me posted hunny!
Melissa Petroski says
Are you cooking the rice with the lid on, or off?
Rosie says
either way is fine
Felicia says
Hey Mrs. Rosie beautiful picture looks delicious and moist I just got done making
This and it was soooo good and moist keep
Up the good work in all that you do and thanks
For sharing and showing us your recipes I feel
Like I can finally catch on to learning and knowing how to cook thanks again
Rosie says
Thanks Felicia! I appreciate you trying my recipe!
Felicia says
Your welcome and thank you for allowing us to try them do you have a cook book coming out anytime soon oh can you show us how to make shrimp egg rolls
ebonee says
I just love this receipe. I cooked some for my friends weeding. Everyone loved it.