Description
A bold, spicy one-pot classic, this jambalaya features juicy shrimp, savory smoked sausage, and fluffy rice in a rich tomato base.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz smoked turkey sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Sear the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced turkey sausage and cook until browned and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same pan, add the onion, bell peppers, and celery. Cook until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Build the flavor base: Stir in the diced tomatoes, rice, chicken broth, paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine all the flavors.
- Simmer the rice: Return the sausage to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed the flavorful broth.
- Add the shrimp: Gently stir in the shrimp and cook for 5–7 minutes until they turn pink and tender. Be careful not to overcook them.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle sliced green onions over the top. Fluff the rice lightly and serve warm.
Notes
Let the jambalaya rest for a few minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 210mg