JUMPIN' JAMBALAYA

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This recipe has just a little kick to it, but it's a good kick.

Provided by Mellina Land

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb chicken breast, cut into chunks
1 lb large shrimp, frozen, cleaned, deveined and shell removed
1 lb turkey smoked sausage link, sliced
1 chicken andouille sausage link, sliced
1 each red, green, yellow and orange bell peppers, diced
1/2 to 1 whole large jalapeno, diced
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 can(s) stewed tomatoes with juice
1 lb whole grain rice
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp garlic pepper ( i use mccormick grinder, it has much more flavor than the shaker kind)
3 c water
cajun seasoning (recipe below)

Steps:

  • 1. Cajun seasoning Ingredients: 3 tablespoon sea salt 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper 1½ teaspoon white pepper 1½ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 2 teaspoon Spanish paprika 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon oregano Mix all ingredients in a small bowl, set aside.
  • 2. Season chicken chunks with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning (this can also be done the night before). Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large deep skillet on medium heat. Add chicken chunks and sauté until almost done, then add both sausages, stir 5 minutes until sausage is browned.
  • 3. While chicken and sausage are cooking, in a 5-quart Dutch oven heat remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat. Add bell peppers, jalapeno pepper, green onions and celery. Season vegetables with 2 teaspoons of garlic pepper. Cook until tender.
  • 4. Add chicken and sausage to sautéed vegetables. Stir in tomatoes and 1 cup of water and heat for 3 minutes. Add uncooked rice, remaining Cajun seasonings and remaining 2 cups of water. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 5. Stir in frozen shrimp, cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.

florence Puteho
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This jambalaya was very good. I liked the addition of the okra and the smoked sausage. The flavors were well-balanced and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Akber Shah
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This jambalaya was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The flavors were great and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Awias Ali
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This jambalaya was amazing! The flavors were so rich and flavorful. The rice was cooked perfectly and the chicken and shrimp were tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


lovely ahmed
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This is my new go-to jambalaya recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the addition of the smoked sausage and okra.


ABBAS HASAN ZADEH
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This jambalaya was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kashmiri Boy
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I'm a big fan of jambalaya and this recipe did not disappoint. The flavors were bold and delicious, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sajjad Ahamd
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This was my first time making jambalaya and I'm so glad I chose this recipe. It was super easy to make and the flavor was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Kausar Khan
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I was looking for a hearty, flavorful jambalaya recipe and this fit the bill perfectly. The instructions were easy to follow and the end result was a delicious, crowd-pleasing dish. Highly recommend!


Sebastien Johnson
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This jambalaya was so flavorful and easy to make. I loved the addition of the okra and the smoked sausage. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again and again.


Flor Puente
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Just made this jambalaya and it was fantastic! The rice was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I added a little extra spice to mine and it was perfect. Will definitely be making this again.


Dav Mak
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This jambalaya was absolutely delicious. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The chicken was tender and juicy, the shrimp were plump and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this ag


bonnie clock aka colorstreet granny
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I was looking for a new jambalaya recipe to try, and this one did not disappoint. It had the perfect balance of spices and ingredients. Highly recommend!


Aiyanah Maxwell
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This recipe was so easy to make, and the flavors were amazing! I especially loved the smokiness from the andouille sausage.


David Flame
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I've tried many jambalaya recipes, but this one takes the cake. The instructions were easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious, hearty dish that my family loved.


Bryan Menehan
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This jambalaya was an explosion of flavors! The combination of vegetables and the perfect amount of seasonings made it a hit at our dinner party.


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