How to Make Jambalaya

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while beans are economical.

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped celery, onion, bell peppers, jalapeno, and garlic; sauté until translucent (about 6-8 minutes).

Add in more oil, chicken, and sausage; cook until chicken is almost fully cooked.

Rinse the rice before adding it to the pot.

Add chicken stock (or chicken bouillon mixed with water), crushed tomatoes, and the rinsed rice.

Stir in Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, and thyme; mix well.

Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

After 30 minutes, add shrimp and stir.

Remove the bay leaf, season with salt, pepper, and more Cajun seasoning to taste; stir again.

Garnish with parsley before serving.

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