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May 23, 2018 By Karina 23 Comments

Jambalaya

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Jambalaya is a quintessential one pot recipe with chicken, sausage, shrimp and rice! Coming to you from New Orleans!

An easy Jambalaya recipe is pure comfort food filled to the brim with flavour. The aromatic trinity of Cajun/Creole cooking: onion, celery, and bell peppers (capsicums), sautéed in andouille drippings with garlic, herbs and Cajun spices! Adding chicken and shrimp to this pot of tomato rice makes this one amazing meal in the comfort of your own homes!

An authentic Creole Jambalaya recipe! A delicious one-pot meal coming to you from New Orleans is pure comfort food filled to the brim with chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage, rice, seasonings, spices and incredible flavours! Ready and on the table in 45 minutes! | cafedelites.com

Authentic Jambalaya Recipe

What is in a Jambalaya

Louisiana’s favourite one-pot dish varies from kitchen to kitchen, depending on the cook and the recipes passed down from older generations. Jambalaya traditionally contains any of the following meats:

  • Chicken or pork
  • Sausage — andouille, chorizo or smoked sausage.
  • Seafoods — crawfish or shrimp are the favourite choices.

A soffritto-like trinity of onion, bell peppers and celery are also included, along with rice, chili’s, seasonings and broth. Everything usually cooks together in the one pot until the rice is done.

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There are two kinds of Jambalaya: Creole and Cajun. This recipe is the tomato-based Creole version.

What is a good substitute for andouille sausage?

  • Mexican chorizo sausage (comes close to andouille in flavour, but not in texture)
  • Kielbasa
  • Any Polish smoked sausage

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Cajun vs Creole Jambalaya

Creole cooks make a ‘red jambalaya’ including tomatoes in their recipe, whereas Cajun cooks do not. Another difference is the order in which the ingredients are prepared. Trying both while testing, I combined a little of both in this final recipe, choosing to sauté the sausage first to release drippings into the pot for the ‘soffritto’. We found doing this created the best flavour!

What is the difference between paella and jambalaya?

Even though Jambalaya is very similar to a Paella and includes pretty much the same list of main ingredients, the spices and seasonings change. Saffron is the main spice component in Paella, and Paella is milder than Jambalaya in the heat department.

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What is the difference between a gumbo and jambalaya?

Gumbo is a stew or soup usually made with a roux to thicken it, whereas Jambalaya is a rice based dish. Okra is normally used in Gumbo to help thicken the stew and add a wonderful flavour to it. I use it in this Jambalaya recipe for the same reason! If you don’t like okra, you can use File Powder.

Best rice for Jambalaya

I use both long grain and short grain white rice. You could also use brown rice, but you will need to add more liquid and cook it longer than white.

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Best wines with Jambalaya

  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Vouvray
  • Riesling
  • Pinot Gris
  • Pinot Noir

Sides that go with Jambalaya

Jambalaya is THE perfect one-pot meal full of ingredients, you really don’t need to serve it with anything other than cornbread, or fresh baguettes, plus a salad with a simple dressing to not over-power all of the spices in this Jambalaya.

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An authentic Creole Jambalaya recipe! A delicious one-pot meal coming to you from New Orleans is pure comfort food filled to the brim with chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage, rice, seasonings, spices and incredible flavours! Ready and on the table in 45 minutes! | cafedelites.com
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Jambalaya Recipe (Creole)
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr
 

An authentic Creole Jambalaya recipe! A delicious one-pot meal coming to you from New Orleans is pure comfort food filled to the brim with chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage, rice, seasonings, spices and incredible flavours! Ready and on the table in 45 minutes!

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Jambalaya
Servings: 6 - 8 people
Calories: 576 kcal
Author: Karina
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons Slap Ya Mama/Cajun seasoning, (adjust to suit your tastes/heat preference)
  • 10 ounces (300 g) andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 pound (500 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper (capsicum), seeded and diced
  • 1 small red bell pepper (capsicum), seeded and diced
  • 2 stalks/ribs celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 14 ounces (400 g) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon each dried thyme and dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup thinly sliced okra (or 1 teaspoon file powder)
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice (short grain or long grain)
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 pound (500 g) raw shrimp/prawns tails on or off, peeled and deveined
  • Sliced green onions and chopped parsley, to garnish
Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Season the sausage and chicken pieces with half of the Cajun seasoning. 

  2. Brown sausage in the hot oil; remove with slotted spoon and set aside. Add remaining oil to the pot and sauté chicken until lightly browned. Remove with slotted spoon; set aside.

  3. Sauté the onion, bell pepper and celery until onion is soft and transparent.  Add the garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).

  4. Stir in the tomatoes; season with salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, red pepper flakes (or Cayenne powder), hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and the remaining Cajun seasoning. Stir in the okra slices (or file powder), chicken and sausage. Cook for 5 minutes, while stirring occasionally.

  5. Add in the rice and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low-medium. Cover and let simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked, while stirring occasionally. 

  6. Place the shrimp on top of the Jambalaya mixture, stir through gently and cover with lid. Allow to simmer while stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through and pink (about 5-6 minutes, depending on the size/thickness of the shrimp being used). 

  7. Season with a little extra salt and pepper if needed and remove from heat. Adjust heat with extra hot sauce, Cayenne pepper or Cajun seasoning. Serve immediately with sliced green onions and parsley. 

Recipe Notes

Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts
Jambalaya Recipe (Creole)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 576 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 183mg 61%
Sodium 496mg 21%
Potassium 756mg 22%
Total Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 5g
Protein 43g 86%
Vitamin A 38.2%
Vitamin C 55.9%
Calcium 12.3%
Iron 18.1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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An authentic Creole Jambalaya recipe! A delicious one-pot meal coming to you from New Orleans is pure comfort food filled to the brim with chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage, rice, seasonings, spices and incredible flavours! Ready and on the table in 45 minutes! | cafedelites.com

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  1. jenny says

    January 29, 2019 at

    This is so good! Just perfect. I made it with brown rice the second time I made it, just to make it a little healthier, and it was just delicious. Thanks for the awesome recipe.

    Reply
  2. tim says

    January 26, 2019 at

    As a meat cutter with 30+ years experience, if you use the 90/110 cooked shrimp in Karina’s Jambalaya, there’s no need for tail removal & they’re bite-size

    Reply
  3. Scott says

    January 23, 2019 at

    This recipe is fantastic! Great flavors! The prep time took me about 45 minutes versus 15 but the cook time was spot on. As well, I used Kielbasa instead of Andouille. It’s just a personal preference. This recipe makes a lot of food so invite sound friends.

    Reply
  4. Pierre says

    January 5, 2019 at

    Hi Karina,
    I was looking for Jambalya’s recipes and found your web page which looks really great ! I will try your version of the jambalaya tomorrow with my family and some friends. I’m sure it will be delicious.

    PS : I just hope my english is readable…

    Reply
  5. Dan says

    December 30, 2018 at

    Great recipe! Perfect change of pace for dinner. My wife loved it. I made it nice and spicy and it wasn’t too hard given my lack of cooking abilities.

    Reply
  6. Miguel says

    December 24, 2018 at

    Karina, I just made it tonight for wife and daughters and they’re friends for they’re girls night out at home, not one piece of rice remained. After I made it I made myself a plate and went upstairs to watch football so they can talk lady talk. Came down hours later for another beer and drink and more jambalaya and there was none left! Will definitely double up on recipe next time, ever since I started using your recipes I am the star chef! Thank you so much,,I tell them it’s all because of you…

    Reply
  7. Misty says

    November 23, 2018 at

    Fantastic recipe! The only change I made was not adding salt which included making my own Cajun Seasoning. This is definitely a keeper!

    Reply
  8. Suzanne Reisel says

    November 8, 2018 at

    Absolutely delicious recipe. It makes a big pot of yumminess. It’s spicy and comforting. I added peas at the very end instead of okra.

    Reply
  9. Nathan says

    October 8, 2018 at

    Fantastic recipe! I made it exactly as written and I would not change a thing. However, my 10 year old son thought it was too spicy. For my taste it was exactly what I hoped it would be. A must try!

    Reply
    • Karina says

      October 12, 2018 at

      That is great to hear! I am so glad that you loved it and enjoyed it all. Thank you so much for sharing and following along with me! XO

      Reply
  10. Anthony Seale says

    September 25, 2018 at

    This was the best pot of jambalaya that I’ve ever eaten. I had to tone down the amount of spice due to my wife having issues with heat, though. I only used 1 tablespoon of Cajun Spice and no cayenne and it was still almost too hot for her. It still turned out to be the greatest flavor.

    Reply
  11. Amanda says

    September 19, 2018 at

    This was excellent! I did pull off the tails of my raw shrimp first. But other than that, I cooked it as written. So yummy! Served along side a salad with the oak alley plantation dressing. Made cornbread with honey and butter. Best meal in a long time.

    Reply
  12. Jeremy C. says

    June 24, 2018 at

    I feel like I just made the greatest pot of Jambalaya in history?

    Reply
  13. Jim says

    June 4, 2018 at

    Excellent! I substituted quail (which I had on hand) for the chicken

    Reply
  14. Jane Barros says

    June 4, 2018 at

    I tried Jambalaya today! It was increadible!!!! I received lots of congratulations! Thank you for sharing these delicious recipies with us!!!

    Reply
  15. Ayana says

    May 24, 2018 at

    Oh Karina this is basically how my aunt makes it. I CAN ALREADY TASTE IT just by your pictures wow they are stunning. Sorry caps lock was on must be all the excitement. I’m going to try your way of seasoning the sausage as well as the chicken. She only ever seasoned the chicken but you have me all sorts of intrigued. We use okra also and I was happy to see you included it because not many people do. Woman of many talents you are. I know what I’m making come memorial day thanks to you. God bless you.

    Reply
    • Karina says

      May 24, 2018 at

      Anaya you have made my day! I’m so glad you approve of this recipe. It certainly is delicious BUT I’d love to try your aunts version! Something about original recipes and cooks that can’t be beat or compared 🙂
      Thank you for your comment!

      Reply
  16. Michael says

    May 24, 2018 at

    what is slap yo mama spice? can i substitute if i can’t find it?with what?

    Reply
    • Karina says

      May 24, 2018 at

      Hi Michael. It’s a Cajun seasoning brand, but any Cajun seasoning is fine.

      Reply
  17. Jody says

    May 24, 2018 at

    Do you cover the pan in step 5? Add rice and broth…

    Reply
    • Karina says

      May 24, 2018 at

      Yes, that is correct! Good luck and enjoy!!

      Reply
  18. ALICE HILL says

    May 24, 2018 at

    I found your article on jambalaya really interesting and super informative – Thank you so much for the post!

    Reply
    • Karina says

      May 24, 2018 at

      Thank you for following along with me! Hope you enjoy your Jambalaya!!

      Reply

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