Chicken, Shrimp, and Ham Jambalaya

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
24%
Chicken, Shrimp, and Ham Jambalaya
155 min.
8
471kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of the South right to your kitchen! Our Chicken, Shrimp, and Ham Jambalaya is a delightful dish that perfectly balances protein and spices, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe serves up to eight people, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy get-togethers with friends.

Imagine the aroma of seasoned chicken thighs, succulent shrimp, and savory ham simmering together in a rich chicken broth, infused with the freshness of chopped vegetables and a hint of heat from hot sauce. Each bite is a celebration of textures and flavors, with tender rice absorbing all the delicious juices. With a preparation time of just 155 minutes, you’ll find that the effort is well worth it when you see the smiles on your loved ones' faces as they dig into this hearty main course.

Not only is this dish packed with flavor, but it also offers a balanced caloric breakdown, ensuring you can enjoy a satisfying meal without any guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your guests with this classic jambalaya that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes diced canned
  • cup celery stalks chopped
  • cups chicken broth 
  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.5 pound finely-chopped ham cooked cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.5 cup spring onion chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • teaspoon hot sauce 
  • pounds shrimp raw unpeeled
  • cups rice long-grain uncooked
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • cups onion yellow chopped

Equipment

  • slotted spoon
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Peel shrimp; devein, if desired.
  2. Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt, black pepper, and red pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  4. Add chicken, and cook, stirring constantly, 8 to 10 minutes or until browned on all sides.
  5. Remove chicken using a slotted spoon.
  6. Add ham to Dutch oven, and cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
  7. Remove ham using a slotted spoon.
  8. Add garlic and next 3 ingredients to Dutch oven; stir to loosen particles from bottom. Stir in ham and chicken. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes.
  9. Add chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 35 minutes.
  10. Add tomatoes and next 3 ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 20 minutes. Stir in shrimp and hot sauce; cook, covered, 10 more minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories471kcal
Protein37.01%
Fat21.33%
Carbs41.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.77
Glycemic Load
24.5
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
28.910434629606%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.52mg
Luteolin
1.03mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.4mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
9.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:470.88kcal
23.54%
Fat:10.96g
16.87%
Saturated Fat:2.16g
13.51%
Carbohydrates:48.18g
16.06%
Net Carbohydrates:45.16g
16.42%
Sugar:5.19g
5.76%
Cholesterol:246.14mg
82.05%
Sodium:1760.04mg
76.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.8g
85.59%
Selenium:66.55µg
95.07%
Phosphorus:615.41mg
61.54%
Vitamin B3:9.57mg
47.86%
Vitamin B6:0.91mg
45.53%
Vitamin K:46.52µg
44.3%
Manganese:0.83mg
41.36%
Vitamin C:33.03mg
40.04%
Vitamin B12:2.22µg
37.01%
Copper:0.54mg
26.99%
Zinc:3.89mg
25.95%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.21%
Vitamin B5:2.36mg
23.57%
Potassium:790.22mg
22.58%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.65%
Magnesium:82.69mg
20.67%
Vitamin E:2.82mg
18.81%
Iron:2.62mg
14.57%
Folate:55.82µg
13.95%
Calcium:129.65mg
12.96%
Vitamin A:623.84IU
12.48%
Fiber:3.02g
12.08%
Source:My Recipes