Description
One Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya is a vibrant, satisfying dish that brings the flavors of Cajun cuisine to your dinner table. This easy recipe combines juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and perfectly spiced rice, all cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup. In just under an hour, you can whip up a meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or lively gatherings with friends and family. With its rich flavors and customizable ingredients, this jambalaya is sure to be a hit at any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes (optional, for Creole style)
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned. Stir in the onion, bell peppers, celery, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add the rice along with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, dried thyme, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the rice with spices.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes if you choose to use them. Bring the mixture to a boil before reducing heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is cooked through.
- Once the rice is cooked, stir in peeled shrimp. Cover again and cook for another 5–7 minutes until shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using different proteins like chicken or turkey sausage. Adjust spices to suit your taste preferences, ensuring it’s just right for everyone at the table.