Description
This easy one pot jambalaya throws together savory chicken, sausage, and vegetables in a single pan with Cajun seasoning and rice, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp dried onion
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive)
- 1 link of andouille sausage
- 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive)
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thigh
- 1 onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 cup of dry white rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- Chopped scallions (optional)
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a zip-lock bag, combine garlic salt, paprika, pepper, dried minced onion, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, and 1 tbsp of oil. Add the chicken thighs to the bag, seal, and shake to coat the chicken evenly. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large Dutch oven over medium heat, add 2 tbsp of oil. Brown the sliced andouille sausage until cooked through, then transfer to a plate. Next, sear the chicken thighs in the same pot, skin side down, until they develop a crispy skin. Once browned, remove and set aside with the sausage.
- In the same pot, sauté the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery over medium to low heat until they become soft and fragrant.
- Add the dry white rice and chicken broth to the pot with the cooked vegetables. Place the seared chicken thighs on top of the rice and sprinkle the browned sausage around the pot. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer, then cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Bake the jambalaya covered for 35 minutes, then remove the cover and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the rice to fully cook and the flavors to meld together.
- Once done, garnish with chopped scallions or parsley for an added pop of freshness, then dig in and savor the irresistible flavors of this hearty and comforting dish.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: main course
- Method: stovetop and oven
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 191
- Sugar: 2.8 g
- Sodium: 673.8 mg
- Fat: 11.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 15.2 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8.1 g
- Cholesterol: 22.6 mg