Best 7 Gs Quick Jambalaya Recipes

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**Jambalaya: A Flavorful Fusion of Cultures**

Jambalaya, a culinary gem of Louisiana, is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Creole and Cajun cuisine. It's a one-pot wonder that combines the Trinity of aromatic vegetables (onions, bell peppers, and celery) with tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and smoky sausage. Enriched with a medley of spices like paprika, cayenne, and thyme, jambalaya dances on the palate with a symphony of flavors. This versatile dish can be customized with various proteins, vegetables, and rice varieties, making it a blank canvas for culinary creativity. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore a collection of diverse jambalaya recipes that showcase the richness of this Louisiana classic.

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

G'S QUICK JAMBALAYA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Olive oil
1/2 cup roughly chopped bell peppers
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
1 cup roughly chopped sausage
8 ounces peeled prawns
8 ounces peeled shrimp
1 cup white wine
2 cups freshly cooked white rice
4 ounces crawfish
1 tablespoon butter
Juice of 1 lemon
Cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large pan over medium-high heat, and then pour in some oil. Add the bell peppers, garlic and shallots and sweat. Add the sausage, prawns and shrimp, pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Stir in the white rice, crawfish and butter. Season with the lemon juice and add cayenne, salt and black pepper to taste.

JAMBALAYA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 47m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups diced andouille sausage
1/4 cup diced onion
1/4 cup diced bell pepper
1/4 cup diced celery
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 1/2 cups diced chicken
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 cups parboiled long grain white rice
2 cups tomato sauce
2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon hot sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the sausage, onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic, and saute until the sausage begins to brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the chicken and allow to brown on all sides. Add the herbs and rice, followed by the tomato sauce, stock, hot sauce, and salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered until the rice is tender, 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

G'S QUICK JAMBALAYA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces peeled prawns
Olive oil
1/2 cup roughly chopped bell peppers
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
1 cup roughly chopped sausage
8 ounces peeled shrimp
1 cup white wine
2 cups freshly cooked white rice
4 ounces crawfish
1 tablespoon butter
Juice of 1 lemon
Cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large pan over medium-high heat, and then pour in some oil. Add the bell peppers, garlic and shallots and sweat. Add the sausage, prawns and shrimp, pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Stir in the white rice, crawfish and butter. Season with the lemon juice and add cayenne, salt and black pepper to taste.

QUICK SAUSAGE AND SHRIMP JAMBALAYA



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Like most creole dishes, this jambalaya contains the "holy trinity"-onion, celery and bell pepper. The andouille sausage and creole seasoning add a distinct Louisiana flavor. The rice for jambalaya is traditionally cooked in with the other ingredients, but in this quick version I use pre-cooked rice, making this dish perfect if you've got leftover rice to use up.

Provided by Vallery Lomas

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
6 ounces andouille sausage, diced
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon creole or Cajun seasoning blend
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
2 cups cooked rice
1 pound cooked and peeled shrimp
1 tablespoon hot sauce
2 tablespoons chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the sausage and cook until starting to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the celery and bell pepper and cook until softened, 5 to 7 minutes longer. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomato paste and cook until very fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle the Creole seasoning, salt and pepper on top. Stir in the tomatoes and rice and cook until warmed through. Taste and stir in additional salt and pepper if needed. Stir in the shrimp and heat through. Stir in the hot sauce. Sprinkle with the scallions. Serve warm.

QUICK JAMBALAYA



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Jambalaya, a one-pot New Orleans favorite, always includes meat or seafood and vegetables; this easy rendition is full of chicken, spicy andouille sausage, bell pepper, and onion.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 celery stalks, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and finely chopped
1 pound andouille sausage, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
3/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes with juice
1 cup long-grain rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Cut into 3/4-inch pieces; set aside.
  • Add vegetables to pot. Cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Add sausage; cook 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in stock, Old Bay, tomatoes, and 1/2 cup water; bring to a boil. Add rice and chicken. Reduce heat; simmer 12 minutes. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand until rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed, 30 to 35 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

QUICK JAMBALAYA



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This quick and easy recipe will fill up your family with delicious jambalaya flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.

Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hillshire Farm®

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (14 ounce) package Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pinch Salt to taste
½ pound large raw shrimp, peeled, deveined
6 cups hot cooked long grain white rice

Steps:

  • Cut sausage into 1/2-inch slices. Melt butter in a 5 to 6-quart pan over medium-high heat. Add sausage, onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until vegetables are soft and sausage is lightly browned.
  • Stir in tomatoes, pepper sauce, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes and salt to taste. Bring to a boil; add shrimp. Cook 3 minutes or until shrimp are cooked and opaque in center.
  • Gently stir in hot rice and cook 3-5 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 948.3 calories, Carbohydrate 150.9 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 862.4 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

QUICK JAMBALAYA



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This recipe makes quick work out of jambalaya by using leftover rice, and it tastes great with freshly cooked grains, too. To make this meal meatless, use vegan andouille sausage or stick with pork sausage, if you prefer. Either option, along with creole seasoning and the classic trinity of creole cooking - onion, celery and green bell pepper - result in a dish that is unmistakably Louisianan. Though many jambalaya recipes skip tomatoes, this version uses a blend of tomato paste and diced tomatoes to add bulk, and an acidity that helps lighten up the otherwise hearty one-pot meal.

Provided by Vallery Lomas

Categories     grains and rice, main course

Time 35m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 links pork or vegan andouille or chorizo sausage (6 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups cooked long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon creole seasoning
Salt and black pepper
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon hot sauce, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons sliced scallions

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the sausage and cook until starting to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon oil, then add the celery and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomato paste and cook until very fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked rice. Sprinkle with the creole seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir in the tomatoes and hot sauce and cook until warmed through. Season with additional salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with the scallions and serve with more hot sauce.

Tips:

  • Prep ahead: To save time during cooking, chop the vegetables and pre-cook the rice ahead of time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Don't limit yourself to the vegetables listed in the recipe. Feel free to add any vegetables you like, such as bell peppers, corn, or okra.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Jambalaya is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to add plenty of spices. The Creole seasoning and cayenne pepper are essential, but you can also add other spices, such as paprika, garlic powder, or onion powder.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth is an important part of the jambalaya, so use a flavorful one. Chicken or vegetable broth are both good options.
  • Cook the jambalaya over medium heat: This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot and burning.
  • Let the jambalaya rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.

Conclusion:

Jambalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. With its bold flavors and hearty ingredients, jambalaya is a surefire hit with the whole family.

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