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Chicken, Shrimp and Andouille Jambalaya

A Cajun classic, meal in one pot! Have the hot sauce ready to splash on. Serve with some crusty French bread, a nice crisp salad, and some of your favorite wine. :)

Ingredients

 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
 1 1⁄2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
 1 lb andouille sausage, cut into 1/4 inch slices
 1 large onion, chopped
 2 celery ribs, diced
 1⁄2 green bell pepper, diced
 1⁄2 red bell pepper, diced
 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme
 1⁄4 teaspoon dried oregano
 1⁄4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
 1⁄4-1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper(optional)
 1 1⁄2 cups long grain rice
 1(14 ounce) can tomatoes, chopped, with juice
 2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups stock
 8 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
 3 green onions, finely chopped

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large pan or Dutch oven, brown chicken in hot oil on both sides; remove and drain.
3. Add andouille, onion, celery, bell pepper, thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper to the pan, cooking and stirring for about 5 minutes until onions are tender.
4. Add rice, tomatoes with juice, and broth; bring to a boil.
5. Place rice mixture in a baking dish or oven-proof casserole; top with chicken; cover (can use foil) and bake at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes or until rice and chicken are done and tender.
6. Stir in shrimp, parsley, and green onions; cover and cook 5-8 minutes longer or until shrimp curl and turn bright pink and serve.

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