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Easy Jambalaya

Easy Jambalaya
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Savor the flavors of this Easy Jambalaya, a delightful one-pot meal that brings together succulent shrimp, hearty sausage, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly cooked basmati rice. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with family and friends. With just one pot to clean up afterward, you’ll have more time to enjoy your meal. In only 45 minutes, you’ll create a hearty and satisfying dish that is packed with flavor from aromatic spices and fresh ingredients. Customize it by swapping proteins or adding extra veggies to suit your taste—you’ll soon find this recipe becoming a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 (12.8-ounce) package smoked chicken or turkey sausage (thinly sliced)
  • 1 small sweet onion (diced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 green bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 1/2 cups basmati rice
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 3 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Instructions

  1. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage, diced onion, and bell peppers; sauté until tender (about 4-5 minutes).
  2. Stir in basmati rice, minced garlic, sweet paprika, oregano, onion powder, thyme, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper; cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
  3. Pour in chicken stock along with diced tomatoes and hot sauce. Bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Add shrimp; cover again until cooked through (about 5 minutes). Stir in chopped parsley before serving.

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