Chicken Jambalaya

Gluten Free
Health score
25%
Chicken Jambalaya
45 min.
8
615kcal

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Craving a taste of Louisiana without spending hours in the kitchen? Look no further than this incredibly flavorful and easy-to-make Chicken Jambalaya! This recipe brings the heart and soul of Creole cuisine right to your dinner table in just 45 minutes. Forget complex recipes, this one is perfect for busy weeknights or a casual weekend get-together. And the best part? It's naturally gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy it!

Imagine this: tender pieces of chicken and smoky andouille sausage simmered in a rich, savory tomato broth, infused with the aromatic trinity of onions, celery, and bell peppers. Seasoned with a blend of classic Cajun spices like oregano, thyme, and a touch of red pepper, this Jambalaya offers a delightful kick that's sure to awaken your taste buds. The addition of green onions adds a fresh, vibrant finish, making each bite a celebration of flavor.

This Jambalaya is a complete meal in one pot, packing a satisfying punch of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates. With a caloric breakdown that's surprisingly balanced, you can indulge in a generous serving without feeling guilty. Serving a crowd? This recipe easily feeds eight hungry people. So gather your friends and family, and get ready to experience the authentic taste of Louisiana with this simple and delicious Chicken Jambalaya. It's the perfect way to spice up your lunch or dinner routine!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 pound andouille smoked
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • cups tomatoes canned crushed
  • 1.5 cups celery chopped
  • cups chicken broth ready-to-serve canned
  • teaspoon mustard dry
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • 0.3 cup green onions sliced
  • 1.5 cups bell pepper green divided chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper white
  • 1.5 cups onion chopped
  • teaspoon oregano dried whole
  • cups converted rice uncooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 24 ounce skinned cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves dried whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook sausage in a large Dutch oven until browned; remove from pan with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
  2. Add onion, celery, 3/4 cup green pepper, garlic, and butter to pan; saute over medium-high heat until tender.
  3. Add salt and next 6 ingredients, stirring well; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in tomato; cook over medium heat 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add broth; bring to a boil.
  5. Add remaining 3/4 cup green pepper, sausage, chicken, rice, and green onions; stir well. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories615kcal
Protein31.92%
Fat34.7%
Carbs33.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.65
Glycemic Load
25
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.616521876791%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.54mg
Luteolin
1.52mg
Isorhamnetin
1.5mg
Kaempferol
0.3mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
7.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:614.56kcal
30.73%
Fat:23.36g
35.94%
Saturated Fat:8.1g
50.61%
Carbohydrates:50.54g
16.85%
Net Carbohydrates:46.63g
16.96%
Sugar:6.36g
7.07%
Cholesterol:130.59mg
43.53%
Sodium:1137.67mg
49.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:48.35g
96.7%
Selenium:55.34µg
79.05%
Vitamin B3:14.22mg
71.1%
Vitamin B6:1.19mg
59.62%
Phosphorus:448.31mg
44.83%
Vitamin C:35.46mg
42.98%
Manganese:0.84mg
41.86%
Potassium:992.32mg
28.35%
Zinc:4.22mg
28.15%
Vitamin B12:1.59µg
26.45%
Vitamin K:24.04µg
22.9%
Vitamin B5:2.25mg
22.45%
Iron:3.75mg
20.84%
Magnesium:82.2mg
20.55%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.32%
Copper:0.4mg
20.03%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.87%
Fiber:3.91g
15.65%
Vitamin A:697.4IU
13.95%
Vitamin E:1.93mg
12.9%
Folate:40.82µg
10.2%
Calcium:89.3mg
8.93%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.2%
Source:My Recipes