Description
One Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya is a vibrant and hearty dish that encapsulates the essence of Cajun cuisine. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent shrimp and smoky sausage simmered with flavorful spices and tender rice, all in one pot. Perfect for family dinners or friendly gatherings, it promises to deliver a delightful meal in under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights. With its rich flavors and simple preparation, this jambalaya will impress your guests and become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces turkey sausage (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until softened.
- Add rice, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Gently fold in shrimp during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Once shrimp are pink and cooked through, serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg