Best 10 Best Chicken Jambalaya Recipes

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**Jambalaya: A Celebratory Dish Rooted in History and Culture**

Jambalaya is a vibrant and flavorful dish that holds a special place in the culinary traditions of Louisiana, embodying the state's rich history and diverse cultural influences. This one-pot wonder combines aromatic rice, succulent chicken, tender shrimp, andouille sausage, and the "holy trinity" of Cajun cooking – bell peppers, onions, and celery – into a symphony of flavors. Jambalaya is often prepared for festive occasions, family gatherings, and celebrations, symbolizing unity, joy, and the coming together of people from all walks of life. Our collection of jambalaya recipes offers a range of variations, from classic to contemporary, ensuring there's a perfect recipe for every taste and preference.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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A big batch of this comforting Creole classic comes together in about an hour.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 1h5m

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
1 pound smoked sausage (such as Conecuh sausage), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large white onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 large green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 ½ cups)
1 cup chopped celery (about 1 stalk)
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups uncooked converted rice
3 cups chicken broth
2 (14.5 oz.) cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes
Sliced scallions (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high. Add chicken and sausage, and cook, stirring constantly, until browned on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels; blot with paper towels.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, bay leaves, Creole seasoning, thyme, and oregano to hot drippings; cook over medium-high until vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in rice, and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, tomatoes, chicken, and sausage. Bring to a boil over high. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Garnish with sliced scallions, if desired.

CHICKEN JAMBALAYA I



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This is a one-skillet chicken and rice dish with veggies, herbs and just a slight spicy kick!

Provided by Suzanne

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Jambalaya Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups chicken broth
⅔ cup white rice
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 bay leaf
2 cups cooked, cubed chicken meat

Steps:

  • Melt butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium low heat. Add celery, onion and green bell pepper and saute until tender. Stir in tomatoes, broth, rice, thyme or basil, garlic salt, ground black pepper, hot pepper sauce and bay leaf.
  • Bring all to a boil; reduce heat, cover skillet and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in chicken or turkey and cook until heated through. Discard bay leaf and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 562.6 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CHICKEN JAMBALAYA



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This is a great easy chicken jambalaya recipe. It's great to serve at parties and it reheats well after! -Lynn Desjardins, Atkinson, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
4 ounces reduced-fat smoked turkey sausage, diced
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery with leaves
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 to 3 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 bay leaf
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
Chopped green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet lightly coated with cooking spray, saute chicken for 2-3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in the next 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until heated through. , Stir in tomatoes; cover and simmer 10 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Serve with green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN JAMBALAYA



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups long grain rice
3 cups chicken broth
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon oil. Add the chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and brown on both sides, about 7 minutes, working in batches if necessary. Remove the chicken to a plate. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil and the onions, peppers, and celery, and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, Cajun seasoning, cayenne, salt and pepper, and give it a stir. Stir in the rice. Add the chicken back to the pot, along with the broth and tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 30 minutes. (Reserve 3 cups rice mixture for another use, such as Round 2 Recipe Cajun Quesadillas and Online Round 2 Recipe Cajun Red Bean and Rice Soup.) Serve, garnished with parsley.

JAMBALAYA



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Spicy jambalaya with chicken and andouille sausage.

Provided by Terri

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Jambalaya Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
10 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 onion, diced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) can crushed Italian tomatoes
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon file powder
1 ¼ cups uncooked white rice
2 ½ cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large heavy Dutch oven over medium heat. Season the sausage and chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning. Saute sausage until browned. Remove with slotted spoon, and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil, and saute chicken pieces until lightly browned on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
  • In the same pot, saute onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic until tender. Stir in crushed tomatoes, and season with red pepper, black pepper, salt, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce and file powder. Stir in chicken and sausage. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 73.1 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1632.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

BUBBA'S JAMBALAYA



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Easy Southern classic, with chicken, sausage, ham, and shrimp.

Provided by FORDMAN88

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Jambalaya Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup chopped celery
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 onion, chopped
½ pound cubed cooked ham
½ pound cubed cooked chicken
½ pound cubed smoked sausage
2 (14.5 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, with liquid
2 cups beef broth
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 cups uncooked white rice
½ pound salad shrimp

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add bacon, and cook until crisp. Remove bacon pieces with a slotted spoon, and set aside. Add celery, bell pepper, and onion to the bacon drippings, and cook until tender.
  • Add the ham, chicken and sausage to the pot, and pour in the tomatoes, beef broth and chicken broth. Season with thyme and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, and add the rice. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, until the rice is tender.
  • Stir in the shrimp and bacon just before serving, and heat through. If you use uncooked shrimp, let it cook for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1176.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CHICKEN SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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Having a cousin who's a pork producer is a bonus when looking for great recipes. This slightly spicy entree turns out perfectly every time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup sliced green onion
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced green pepper
1/2 cup sliced sweet red pepper
1/2 pound fully cooked smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and paprika. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium-high heat until juices run clear. Remove chicken and set aside., In the same saucepan, saute the onions, celery and peppers over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Stir in the sausage, rice, garlic, cayenne, chicken and remaining salt and pepper. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN & CHORIZO JAMBALAYA



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A Cajun-inspired rice pot recipe with spicy Spanish sausage, sweet peppers and tomatoes

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tbsp olive oil
2 chicken breasts, chopped
1 onion, diced
1 red pepper, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
75g chorizo, sliced
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
250g long grain rice
400g can plum tomato
350ml chicken stock

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan with a lid and brown 2 chopped chicken breasts for 5-8 mins until golden.
  • Remove and set aside. Tip in the 1 diced onion and cook for 3-4 mins until soft.
  • Add 1 thinly sliced red pepper, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 75g sliced chorizo and 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, and cook for 5 mins more.
  • Stir the chicken back in with 250g long grain rice, add the 400g can of tomatoes and 350ml chicken stock. Cover and simmer for 20-25 mins until the rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 64 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium

MY BEST-EVER JAMBALAYA



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I tried to mimic Jambalaya from my favorite restaurant and it turned out so well my daughter and husband now prefer my recipe and won't order it when we go to the restaurant! -Alexis Van Vulpen, St. Albert, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 pound fully cooked Spanish chorizo links, sliced
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups chicken broth
2 large green peppers, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
3 cups instant brown rice
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chorizo and ham; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until browned., Add chicken to pan; cook 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink. Stir in tomatoes, broth, peppers, onion, Cajun seasoning and pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until peppers are crisp-tender., Return to a boil; stir in rice and shrimp. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 7-9 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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Adapted from Cooking Light. You can use Andouille, Kielbasa, or Italian Sausage. My first time making this, I used a venison sausage.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 cups sausage, cut into slices
1 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
3 cups onions, finely chopped
2 cups celery, finely chopped
2 bay leaves
2 1/2 cups chicken breasts, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
1 1/2 cups basmati rice
1 cup green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add bell pepper, onion, celery, and bay leaves; cook until vegetables are golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  • Add chicken and next 8 ingredients (through garlic); cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add diced tomatoes and broth, and bring to a boil. Stir in rice.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Discard bay leaves. Stir in green onions.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your jambalaya stand out. Use a good-quality chicken broth, flavorful sausage, and fresh vegetables.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Jambalaya is all about the spices. Use a generous amount of paprika, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. You can also add other spices to taste, such as cumin, oregano, or thyme.
  • Cook the rice properly: The rice is an important part of jambalaya. It should be cooked until it is tender but still has a little bite to it. If you overcook the rice, it will become mushy.
  • Let the jambalaya rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop. Jambalaya is even better the next day, so feel free to make it ahead of time.

Conclusion:

Chicken jambalaya is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bold flavors and hearty ingredients, jambalaya is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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