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Authentic Cajun Jambalaya

A bold and flavorful one-pan dish that brings the essence of Cajun cooking to your kitchen, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to garnish Green onions for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onions, bell pepper, and celery, and sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in garlic and sauté for another minute.
Cooking
  1. Add sausage and cook until browned.
  2. Mix in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bring to a boil, then stir in rice.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed, about 20-25 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  6. Fluff with a fork, garnish with green onions, and serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for about 3-4 days in the fridge; freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth if needed. For a milder spice level, adjust the Cajun seasoning. If using frozen shrimp, no need to thaw before adding.