Shrimp & Andouille Sausage Jambalaya
Shrimp & Andouille Sausage Jambalaya is a vibrant, one-pot dish that delivers the bold flavors of Louisiana right to your table. This hearty meal features tender shrimp and smoky andouille sausage simmered with colorful bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make jambalaya promises a delicious experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Ingredients
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- 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the diced onion and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add sliced andouille sausage to the pot; sauté until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate the rice and Cajun seasoning; stir well to coat the rice.
- Pour in the chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in shrimp during the last 5 minutes of cooking until they turn pink and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 170mg