Best 4 Spam Jambalaya Recipes

Craving a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine? Look no further than Spam Jambalaya, a delectable one-pot meal that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This classic Louisiana dish features tender Spam, succulent shrimp, and a medley of vegetables, all simmered in a rich and aromatic broth infused with the holy trinity of Creole cooking: celery, onions, and bell peppers. Experience the perfect balance of savory, spicy, and smoky flavors, amplified by the addition of Cajun seasoning and a touch of cayenne pepper. Our carefully curated collection of Spam Jambalaya recipes offers a range of options to suit every preference, from traditional to modern interpretations. Dive into the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with our step-by-step instructions and discover the joy of creating this iconic dish in your own kitchen.

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SPAM JAMBALAYA

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This recipe was found in a cook booklet that I sent for from the SPAM Company.Now except for leaving out the green bell pepper,the recipe was made as it was written. (which I will list in the ingredients).My SO and I found this to be a bit on the bland side.If you do try this,PLEASE feel free to "PUNCH IT UP" and let me know what you did.Posted to food.com ( a.k.a. "ZAAR" )on July 20th.,2012

Provided by Chef shapeweaver

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) can spam lite luncheon meat, cubed (I used regular )
1 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (use liquid from tomatoes)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) low sodium chicken broth (I used regular)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2-2 teaspoons hot sauce (recipe read 6 to 8 drops)
1 bay leaf
1 cup long grain rice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (I left it off)

Steps:

In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat,saute' spam,onion,green pepper,celery,and garlic until all vegetables are tender.
Except for rice and parsley( if using ), add remaining ingredients.
Bring to a boil and add rice.
Cover, and reduce heat and simmer for 20 minute or until rice is done.
Remove bay leaf, and sprinkle with parsley ( if using).

SPAM JAMBALAYA

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Provided by BigOven Cooks

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili

Time 4h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 ts Dried leaf thyme
2/3 c Chopped green bell pepper
1/2 c Celery chopped
1 cn Tomatoes, cut up (14 1/2 oz)
8 dr Hot pepper sauce
2 Garlic minced
1 cn Lower sodium chicken broth
1 Bay leaf
1 c Long grain rice
2 tb Chopped parsley
1 cn SPAM Luncheon Meat, cubed
1 c Onions chopped

Steps:

In large non-stick skillet or 3-quart non-stick saucepan, saute SPAM, onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic until vegetables are tender. Add tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme, hot pepper sauce, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil; stir in rice. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Discard bay leaf. Sprinkle with parlsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 0.697676015568769 g, Carbohydrate 19.8735540823247 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1.63560315977311 g, Protein 2.23067862919674 g, SaturatedFat 0.150281675653768 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (71g), Sodium 51.9082731209412 mg, Sugar 18.2379509225516 g, TransFat 0.0744165420058394 g

EVERYTHING JAMBALAYA

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Although I was "not an easy child," my Cajun daddy says there are many reasons he loves me. I think this recipe may be at the top of a very short list!

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, once around the pan
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound boneless, skinless white or dark meat chicken
3/4 pound andouille, casing removed and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf, fresh or dried
Several drops hot sauce or 2 pinches cayenne pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons (a handful) all-purpose flour
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice
1(14-ounce) can or paper container chicken stock or broth
1 teaspoon (1/3 palmful) cumin
1 rounded teaspoon (1/2 palmful) dark chili powder
1 teaspoon (1/3 palmful) poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound medium shrimp, raw, deveined and peeled (ask for easy peel at fish counter)
Coarse salt and black pepper
Chopped scallions, for garnish
Fresh thyme, chopped for garnish
2 cups enriched white rice

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.

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Spicy jambalaya with chicken and andouille sausage.

Provided by Terri

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Jambalaya Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
10 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 onion, diced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) can crushed Italian tomatoes
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon file powder
1 ¼ cups uncooked white rice
2 ½ cups chicken broth

Steps:

Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large heavy Dutch oven over medium heat. Season the sausage and chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning. Saute sausage until browned. Remove with slotted spoon, and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil, and saute chicken pieces until lightly browned on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
In the same pot, saute onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic until tender. Stir in crushed tomatoes, and season with red pepper, black pepper, salt, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce and file powder. Stir in chicken and sausage. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 73.1 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1632.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

Tips:

Use a large pot or Dutch oven: Jambalaya is a one-pot dish, so you'll need a large pot or Dutch oven to cook it in. A 6-quart or larger pot is a good size.
Don't overcrowd the pot: When adding the ingredients to the pot, don't overcrowd it. This will prevent the Jambalaya from cooking evenly.
Cook the rice in the broth: For the best flavor, cook the rice in the broth instead of water. This will give the rice a delicious savory flavor.
Use a variety of vegetables: Jambalaya is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add any vegetables that you like, such as bell peppers, onions, celery, carrots, or tomatoes.
Don't forget the protein: Jambalaya is traditionally made with shrimp, chicken, or sausage. You can use any protein that you like, or a combination of proteins.
Season the Jambalaya well: Jambalaya is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to season it well. Use a variety of spices, such as paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Let the Jambalaya rest before serving: After the Jambalaya is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Spam Jambalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make one-pot meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. The combination of Spam, rice, vegetables, and spices creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Spam Jambalaya a try.

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