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Alicia's Jambalaya Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with Alicia's Quick & Easy Jambalaya! This 20-minute recipe delivers authentic Cajun flavors without the fuss. Perfect for busy weeknights or a casual weekend meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 452.1 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Alicia's Jambalaya

  • 2 cups white rice, uncooked
  • 0 (chicken broth used for liquid)
  • 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced (can substitute kielbasa)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0 (cayenne pepper used for heat)
  • 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
  • 0 (Cajun seasoning and other spices used for flavor)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 -2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped

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How to Make Alicia's Jambalaya

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes more.
  4. Stir in the rice, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

61 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

34g

Carbs

15g

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