Vickie's Quick Easy Jambalaya Recipe

Craving authentic Jambalaya flavor without the hours of prep? This recipe delivers! Developed for busy weeknights, Vickie's Quick & Easy Jambalaya packs a punch of flavor in just 35 minutes. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet delicious recipe – a crowd-pleaser perfected over years of kitchen adventures!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 497.9 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 3.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vickie's Quick Easy Jambalaya

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How to Make Vickie's Quick Easy Jambalaya

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the Andouille sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and celery; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Stir in the rice, tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, thyme, bay leaf, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Stir in the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

40g

Carbs

14g