EVERYTHING JAMBALAYA OR "JAMBALIKA"!

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Everything Jambalaya or

I watched Rachel Ray make this on "30 Minute Meals" the other day while home sick with a cold. This looks super easy to make and as close to the original as you can get in 30 minutes! This would be a perfect meal for Monday Night Football!

Provided by Denise

Categories     Stew

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 cups enriched white rice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, once around the pan
1 tablespoon butter
1 lb boneless skinless white chicken meat or 1 lb dark chicken meat
3/4 lb andouille sausage, casing removed and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 fresh bay leaves or 1 dried bay leaf
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper sauce
2 -3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 (14 ounce) can chicken stock or 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dark chili powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 lb medium shrimp, raw,deveined and peeled (ask for easy peel at fish counter)
coarse salt
black pepper
chopped scallion, for garnish
fresh thyme, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook rice to package directions.
  • Place a large, deep skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add oil and butter to the pan.
  • Cube chicken and place in hot oil and butter.
  • Brown chicken 3 minutes, add sausage, and cook 2 minutes more.
  • Add onion, celery, pepper, bay, and cayenne.
  • Saute vegetables 5 minutes, sprinkle flour over the pan and cook 1 or 2 minutes more.
  • Stir in tomatoes and broth and season with cumin, chili, poultry seasoning, and Worcestershire.
  • Bring liquids to a boil and add shrimp.
  • Simmer shrimp 5 minutes until pink and firm.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and place on a trivet.
  • Ladle jambalaya into shallow bowls.
  • Using an ice cream scoop, place a scoop of rice on to the center of the bowlfuls of jambalaya.
  • Sprinkle dishes with salt, pepper, chopped scallions, and thyme leaves.

sammer khan
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This is the worst jambalaya recipe I've ever tried. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Oyeronke Ojo
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This recipe is way too complicated. I don't have time for all of these steps.


Syco 7175
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The instructions in this recipe were not very clear. I had to guess at some of the steps.


Kristine Megan BG
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I had to add more seasoning to it.


Sandi D
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This jambalaya is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Jabed Tonny
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I love that this recipe uses fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


Gamuchirai Talent
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Light Zero
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I've never made jambalaya before, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great.


VUKOSI MALULEQUE
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This jambalaya is so flavorful and delicious. I love the combination of shrimp, sausage, and rice.


Tony West
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I made this jambalaya for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Altin Gashi
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This is the best jambalaya recipe I've ever tried! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


TEHEARA BAKER
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I've made this jambalaya recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Md. Mahabur Rhomun Rifat
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This jambalaya recipe is a keeper! It's packed with flavor and has a nice kick to it. I especially love the addition of the shrimp and sausage. They really make the dish.