Easy Cajun Jambalaya
My husband and I love Cajun foods but he doesn't like the 'kick.' In response to this, I made my traditional Jambalaya without the heat. Everyone loved this recipe and I hope you will too. Enjoy!
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours
- Served Person: 6
contains white meat
tree nut free
nut free
gluten free
contains red meat
shellfish free
dairy free
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 3 bay leaves
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces
- 8 ounces kielbasa diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
- 2 cups uncooked white rice
- 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- Carbohydrate 64.8565301760269 g
- Cholesterol 81.6862215681154 mg
- Fat 12.3536613192795 g
- Fiber 1.45769893640031 g
- Protein 36.0274825416169 g
- Saturated Fat 3.83206827170883 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (534g)
- Sodium 1024.10637693126 mg
- Sugar 63.3988312396265 g
- Trans Fat 0.912490874870985 g
- Calories 528 calories
I've always loved Cajun foods, but my husband doesn't like the 'kick.' So, I decided to make my own version of Jambalaya without the heat. It turned out so well that everyone who tried it loved it!
This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a party. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. If you like it spicy, you can add some cayenne pepper or hot pepper sauce. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can omit the cayenne pepper or use a milder hot pepper sauce.
No matter how you make it, this Easy Cajun Jambalaya is sure to be a hit! So, what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!
Step-by-step
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat.
- Saute chicken and kielbasa until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic.
- Season with cayenne, onion powder, salt and pepper.
- Cook 5 minutes, or until onion is tender and translucent.
- Add rice, then stir in chicken stock and bay leaves.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce.
