FAST AND EASY JAMBALAYA

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From Betty's Soul Food Collection... Turn classic Cajun jambalaya into your very own specialty by adding a secret twist-leftover chicken from last night, just perfect for soaking up the tangy sauce.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onions
1 package (12 oz) smoked Polish or kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 jar (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky picante sauce (any variety)
1 can (14.5 oz) Italian-stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 1/4 cups frozen sweet peas
2 2/3 cups hot cooked instant rice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle lemon-pepper seasoning and garlic powder over chicken cubes. In 12-inch skillet or 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink in center.
  • Stir in onions and sausage; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in picante sauce and tomatoes. Reduce heat to medium; cook 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in peas; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until peas are tender. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 48 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2340 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 1 g

Bh Fff
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I've made this jambalaya several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use whatever ingredients I have on hand and it always turns out great.


Faday Brima
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This jambalaya was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Vanessa Thomas
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I'm a huge fan of jambalaya and this recipe did not disappoint. It was easy to make and the results were incredible. The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Khan Ameer
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This jambalaya was delicious! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


rama storeug
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I've made this jambalaya several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use whatever ingredients I have on hand and it always turns out great.


Sk. Siam gamer
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This jambalaya was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Jeff Cosner
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I'm a huge fan of jambalaya and this recipe did not disappoint. It was easy to make and the results were incredible. The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Josee Doiron
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This jambalaya was delicious! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ina Mucaj
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I've made this jambalaya several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use whatever ingredients I have on hand and it always turns out great.


AGU CHINYEREF
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This jambalaya was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


JUNAID BOSS
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I'm a huge fan of jambalaya and this recipe did not disappoint. It was easy to make and the results were incredible. The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Al koas
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This jambalaya was delicious! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Misozi Chin'goma
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I've made this jambalaya several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love that I can use whatever ingredients I have on hand and it always turns out great.


Jennifer richardson
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This jambalaya was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it and I got so many compliments. It was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Hikmat Khaksar
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but this jambalaya was so good that I ate every bite! The flavors were incredible and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Carlos Alonso
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This jambalaya was so easy to make and it turned out delicious! I used chicken thighs instead of shrimp and it was still amazing. Will definitely be making this again.