Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

Dairy Free
Health score
32%
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
40 min.
4
729kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of Louisiana right to your kitchen! This Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya is a delightful, dairy-free dish that perfectly balances the heartiness of chicken and andouille sausage with the aromatic spices of Creole seasoning. In just 40 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that serves four, making it ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends.

Imagine the enticing aroma of sautéed onions and bell peppers mingling with the rich, savory notes of tomatoes and spices as they come together in a Reynolds® Oven Bag. This innovative cooking method not only locks in moisture but also infuses every bite with flavor, ensuring that your rice is perfectly cooked and your proteins are tender and juicy.

With a caloric breakdown that includes a healthy dose of protein and a balanced mix of fats and carbohydrates, this jambalaya is not just delicious but also nourishing. Whether you're looking for a hearty lunch, a main course for dinner, or a dish to impress your guests, this jambalaya is sure to please. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to savor the taste of the South with this easy-to-make, one-pan wonder!

Ingredients

  •  ginger tea bags reynolds®
  • tablespoon flour 
  • tablespoons creole seasoning 
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  •  chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.5 lb andouille sausage fully cooked sliced
  • 14.5 oz tomatoes diced with basil, garlic and oregano canned
  • cup rice long grain
  • medium bell pepper red chopped
  • medium onion chopped
  • 14.5 oz chicken broth canned
  •  spring onion chopped
  • serving sauce of the chicken from the turbo broiler 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • microwave
  • measuring cup
  • baking spatula

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Add flour, Creole seasoning and thyme to Reynolds® Oven Bag; shake to blend.
  3. Place bag in 13x9x2-inch pan.
  4. Add chicken, sausage, tomatoes, rice, bell pepper, and onion to oven bag; turn several times to coat ingredients with seasonings. Arrange ingredients in even layer in bag. Fold down bag opening two times to hold it open; set aside.
  5. Microwave broth in a medium microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup for about 2 minutes on high power until broth is very hot. Carefully pour or ladle both over ingredients in oven bag. Carefully unfold bag opening.
  6. Close bag with nylon tie.
  7. Cut six 1/2-inch slits in top. Tuck ends of bag in pan.
  8. Bake 30 to 35 minutes, until chicken reads 170°F on meat thermometer and rice is done.
  9. Let stand 5 minutes. Carefully cut top of bag open; stir with rubber scraper or spoon.
  10. Garnish servings with chopped green onions and add hot sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories729kcal
Protein35.38%
Fat36.6%
Carbs28.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
76.05
Glycemic Load
24.56
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
33.665651922641%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.43mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
7.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:729.02kcal
36.45%
Fat:29.21g
44.94%
Saturated Fat:8.66g
54.15%
Carbohydrates:50.32g
16.77%
Net Carbohydrates:46.83g
17.03%
Sugar:5.95g
6.61%
Cholesterol:207.49mg
69.16%
Sodium:1219.04mg
53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:63.54g
127.08%
Selenium:64.26µg
91.79%
Vitamin B3:14.33mg
71.67%
Vitamin C:53.68mg
65.07%
Vitamin B6:1.16mg
57.93%
Phosphorus:552.11mg
55.21%
Zinc:6.55mg
43.63%
Vitamin A:1948.04IU
38.96%
Vitamin B12:2.31µg
38.44%
Manganese:0.74mg
36.88%
Vitamin K:36.08µg
34.37%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.19%
Potassium:1040.65mg
29.73%
Iron:4.92mg
27.35%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.32%
Vitamin B5:2.5mg
25.04%
Magnesium:89.29mg
22.32%
Copper:0.36mg
18.17%
Vitamin E:2.71mg
18.05%
Fiber:3.49g
13.98%
Folate:50.63µg
12.66%
Calcium:95.67mg
9.57%
Vitamin D:0.9µg
5.98%