One-Pot Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya

A classic Louisiana Creole rice dish packed with chicken, spicy andouille sausage, and vegetables, all simmered together in rich seasonings.

45mTime
MediumDifficulty
6 pplServings
CajunCuisine
One-Pot Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya

Ingredients

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Proteins

2
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs
  • 12 oz Andouille Sausage

Produce

7
  • 1 large Onion
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 cup Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 whole Bay Leaf
  • 2 stalks Green Onions

Grains & Starches

1
  • 1.5 cups Long Grain White Rice

Sauces & Oils

2
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth

Spices & Seasoning

1
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning

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Tags

SausageChickenRiceOne PotSpicyCajun

Instructions

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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sausage. Cook until chicken is browned and sausage is , about 5-7 minutes. Remove meat with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pot. Add the "Holy Trinity" (onion, bell pepper, and celery) and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until soft.

Stir in the Cajun seasoning and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the rice and stir to coat it in the oil and spices for about 1 minute.

Pour in chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Add the bay leaf. Return the cooked chicken and sausage (and any juices) to the pot. Stir well.

Bring to a boil, then heat to low. Cover tightly and for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Do not stir while .

Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff with a fork, discard bay leaf, and serve garnished with green onions.