Rice Cooker Jambalaya Recipe
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Description
Jambalaya is a classic Creole dish that originated in Louisiana. It is a flavorful one-pot meal that typically includes rice, vegetables, and meat or seafood. This recipe is a simplified version of traditional jambalaya that can be made using a rice cooker.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 pound of Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 stalks of celery, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups of long-grain white rice
- 3 cups of chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Equipment
- Rice cooker
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Large skillet or Dutch oven
Method
- Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the drained diced tomatoes and Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables and seasoning.
- Transfer the mixture to the rice cooker. Add the chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Cover the rice cooker and cook on the "white rice" setting, or for approximately 45 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Once the rice is cooked, add the cooked sausage and chicken to the rice cooker. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- You can use any type of sausage or chicken you prefer for this recipe.
- If you don't have Cajun seasoning, you can use a combination of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- If you don't have a rice cooker, you can make this recipe on the stovetop. Simply follow the same instructions, but use a large pot instead of a rice cooker.
Nutrition Info
- Serving size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Total fat: 16g
- Saturated fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 800mg
- Total carbohydrates: 27g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 23g
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to cut the chicken and sausage into bite-sized pieces so that they cook evenly.
- If you want to make this recipe spicier, add more Cajun seasoning or cayenne pepper.
- Don't open the rice cooker during the cooking process, as this can affect the cooking time and temperature.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd.
Enjoy this delicious and easy Rice Cooker Jambalaya recipe for a taste of Louisiana right in your own kitchen!
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