**Jambalaya: A Flavorful Fusion of Louisiana Cuisine**
Jambalaya is a classic Louisiana dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Spanish, French, and African cuisine. It's a one-pot meal that typically includes rice, vegetables, meat, and seafood, all cooked together in a flavorful broth. The dish is believed to have originated in the 18th century, when Spanish settlers brought their paella to the region. Over time, the dish evolved to include local ingredients and cooking techniques, creating the unique and delicious jambalaya we know today.
This article features two delectable jambalaya recipes: Nick's Jambalaya and a traditional Jambalaya recipe. Both recipes offer a unique take on this classic dish, using fresh ingredients and aromatic spices to create a flavorful and satisfying meal.
**Nick's Jambalaya Recipe:**
Nick's Jambalaya is a modern interpretation of the classic dish, featuring a combination of chicken, shrimp, and sausage. The recipe uses a flavorful blend of Cajun spices, including paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, to create a rich and spicy broth. The dish is finished with fresh parsley and green onions, adding a pop of color and freshness.
**Traditional Jambalaya Recipe:**
The traditional jambalaya recipe takes a more classic approach, using a combination of chicken, ham, and shrimp. The recipe features a rich and flavorful broth made with chicken stock, tomatoes, and the Cajun holy trinity of onions, celery, and bell peppers. The dish is seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, creating a balanced and flavorful taste.
Both Nick's Jambalaya and the traditional Jambalaya recipe are sure to satisfy your cravings for this iconic Louisiana dish. With their unique flavor profiles and fresh ingredients, these recipes offer a delicious and authentic taste of Cajun cuisine.
ONE POT JAMBALAYA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, boneless skinless chicken breasts, hot italian sausage, small bell peppers, jalapeño pepper, white onion, garlic, diced tomato, chicken stock, long grain white rice, cajun seasoning, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, large shrimp, small ham steak, frozen okra, salt and pepper
Provided by Melissa Bohn
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a crockpot or large, deep saute pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sausage and saute for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sausage is lightly browned. Transfer to a clean plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the crockpot. Add bell peppers, jalapeño, onion and garlic. Sauté for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chicken stock, rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, cayenne, bay leaf, and stir to combine. Continue cooking until the mixture reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is nearly cooked through, stirring every 5 minutes or so along the way so that the rice does not burn.
- Add the shrimp, ham, okra, and stir to combine. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through and pink. Stir in the chicken and sausage, and remove and discard the bay leaf.
- Taste season the jambalaya with salt, pepper, and additional Cajun seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1269 calories, Carbohydrate 95 grams, Fat 77 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 19 grams
EASY JAMBALAYA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, andouille sausage, garlic, jalapeño pepper, white onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, celery, chicken stock, tomato, rice, cajun seasoning, bay leaf, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, shrimp, salt, pepper
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add diced chicken breasts and Andouille sausage. Add salt and pepper to taste, and cook thoroughly.
- Add crushed garlic and a diced jalapeño pepper.
- NOTE: Leave the jalapeño seeds in for extra spice
- Stir in diced onion, peppers, celery until they're soft.
- Add chicken stock, tomatoes, rice, cajun seasoning, bay leaf, dried thyme, cayenne pepper and stir.
- Cover and simmer stew for 30 minutes.
- NOTE: Stir occasionally to make sure the rice doesn't burn at the bottom of the pan.
- Once the rice is cooked, add in shrimp, season with salt and pepper, then continue simmering until the shrimp are cooked through.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1371 calories, Carbohydrate 81 grams, Fat 84 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 64 grams, Sugar 18 grams
EASY JAMBALAYA
I brought this easy jambalaya to a Sunday potluck and it was quickly gobbled up. When friends asked me for the recipe, they couldn't believe how easy it was! -Tami Kuehl, Loup City, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare jambalaya mix according to package directions, adding sausage and shrimp during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese, pico de gallo and green onions; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Fat 32g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 2159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
JAMBALAYA
From her home in Topeka, Kansas, subscriber Betty May shares her recipe for quick-to-cook jambalaya. "Unlike some versions, this one doesn't have to simmer for hours," she notes. "Folks who like their food a bit spicy are sure to enjoy it. Jalapeno and cayenne pepper add some zip to the shrimp and chicken."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven or saucepan, saute the chicken, onion, green pepper, celery, jalapenos and garlic in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, water, thyme, salt, pepper and cayenne; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add shrimp; simmer 6-8 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Stir in rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FORGOTTEN JAMBALAYA
During chilly months, I fix this slow cooker jambalaya recipe at least once a month. It's so easy...just chop the vegetables, dump everything in the slow cooker and forget it! Even my sons, who are picky about spicy things, like this easy jambalaya. -Cindi Coss, Coppell, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h50m
Yield 11 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the tomatoes, broth and tomato paste. Stir in the celery, green peppers, onion, garlic, seasonings and pepper sauce. Stir in chicken and sausage. , Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in shrimp. Cover and cook 15-30 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Serve with rice. Freeze option: Place individual portions of cooled stew in freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1016mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
NEW ORLEANS JAMBALAYA
Jambalaya is a catch-all for meat and seafood, making it a favorite for my husband! It's sure to warm you up on a chilly day. -Sabrina Hickey, Columbus, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- Place the first five ingredients on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag. Set aside. , In a stockpot, saute the chicken, pork, onion, green pepper and celery in butter and oil until meat is browned. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the sausage, ham, tomatoes, 1 cup water, tomato puree, parsley, salt, pepper, thyme, cayenne, chili powder, apple pie spice, bay leaves and spice bag. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. During the last 3 minutes, add shrimp and, if necessary, the remaining water. Discard bay leaves and spice bag. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
LOUISIANA JAMBALAYA
My husband helped add a little spice to my life. He grew up on Cajun cooking , while I ate mostly meat-and-potato meals. —Sandi Pichon, Memphis, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage and ham; saute until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm. In drippings, saute celery, onion, green pepper and green onions until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes, thyme, salt, pepper and cayenne; cook 5 minutes longer., Stir in broth, rice, water and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in sausage mixture and shrimp; heat through. , Freeze option: Prepare jambalaya as directed, omitting rice and shrimp. Freeze shrimp and cooled jambalaya in separate freezer containers. Store rice in an airtight container at room temperature. To use, partially thaw jambalaya in refrigerator overnight. Place jambalaya in a 6-qt. stockpot; heat through. Add rice; cook, covered, about 10 minutes. Add frozen shrimp; continue cooking until shrimp are heated through and rice is tender, 5-7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 1183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
MY BEST-EVER JAMBALAYA
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
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.
QUICK JAMBALAYA
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
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
Tips:
- Choose the right rice. Medium-grain rice, such as Jasmine or Calrose, works best for jambalaya as it absorbs the flavors of the dish well and doesn't get mushy.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. When cooking the vegetables and meat, make sure not to overcrowd the pot. This will prevent the ingredients from cooking evenly and will result in a mushy dish.
- Cook the rice separately. Cooking the rice separately from the other ingredients will help to prevent it from becoming overcooked and mushy.
- Use a flavorful stock. A flavorful stock will add depth of flavor to your jambalaya. Use a chicken, vegetable, or seafood stock, depending on your preference.
- Don't skimp on the spices. Jambalaya is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to use a variety of spices. Creole seasoning, paprika, and cayenne pepper are all essential ingredients.
- Let the jambalaya rest before serving. Letting the jambalaya rest for a few minutes before serving will allow the flavors to meld together and will make the dish even more delicious.
Conclusion:
Jambalaya is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its combination of flavorful ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Nick's Jambalaya Recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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