Description

Chicken Jambalaya is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of New Orleans right to your table. This recipe features tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, aromatic spices, and perfectly cooked long grain rice. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that is easy enough for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for special gatherings. Enjoy this delightful dish that promises to impress anyone who takes a bite.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1 cup long grain rice
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Prepare ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and dicing vegetables.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown for about 5 minutes; season with Cajun seasoning.
Stir in onion, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
Add rice and diced tomatoes (juice included), stirring to combine.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is cooked through.
Optionally stir in frozen peas during the last five minutes of cooking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Cajun/Creole

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 398
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 712mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 76mg

Keywords: Substitute chicken with turkey or beef for variety. Add seasonal veggies like zucchini or carrots for extra nutrition. For more spice, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning or add hot sauce to taste.