Skillet Jambalaya Recipe

This Skillet Jambalaya recipe, adapted from Cook's Illustrated's best 30-minute recipes, delivers a vibrant and flavorful Creole feast in just half an hour! No andouille? No problem! Substitute with tasso, chorizo, or linguiça for equally delicious results. Spice it up with your favorite Creole blend or a generous dash of Tabasco – this quick and easy jambalaya is perfect for a weeknight meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 489.1 kcal
Protein 64g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Skillet Jambalaya

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Skillet Jambalaya

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How to Make Skillet Jambalaya

  1. Season shrimp generously with salt and pepper. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  3. Add andouille sausage, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in Old Bay seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Add rice, garlic, and tomato paste. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  7. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
  8. Gently stir in shrimp. Cover and cook until the rice is tender and the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 2 minutes.
  10. Stir in fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with Tabasco sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

31g

Carbs

13g