Best Jambalaya
Description
This spicy jambalaya with chicken, andouille sausage, rice, and the perfect amount of Cajun seasonings is easy to make in one pot for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
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10 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
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1 onion, diced
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1 small green bell pepper, diced
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2 stalks celery, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (16 ounce) can crushed Italian tomatoes
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
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2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon file powder
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1 1/4 cups uncooked white rice
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2 1/2 cups chicken broth
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large heavy Dutch oven over medium heat. Season sausage and chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning. Sauté sausage until browned. Remove with slotted spoon, and set aside.
3
Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil, and sauté chicken pieces until lightly browned on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
4
In the same pot, sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until tender.
5
Stir in crushed tomatoes, and season with red pepper, black pepper, salt, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and filé powder.
6
Stir in chicken and sausage. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Stir in the rice and chicken broth.
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Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
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Serve and enjoy!