Easy jambalaya recipe - One pot

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.

Dice the green bell pepper into fine pieces.

Slice 2 stalks of celery down the middle and dice them finely.

Dice 1 large onion finely.

Mince garlic and set aside.

Cut the underdog sausage into equal pieces and set aside.

Trim fat from boneless skinless chicken thighs and chop into 1-inch pieces.

Season the chicken with roasted garlic herb blend and set aside.

Heat oil in a pot and add the sausage in a single layer to brown on all sides.

Remove the sausage from the pot once browned and set aside.

Add the chicken to the pot, spread it out, and cook until browned, then remove from the pot.

Add more oil to the pot, then add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery; cook for a few minutes and scrape up bits from the bottom.

Add minced garlic and cook for about a minute, continuing to scrape the bottom.

Stir in 1-2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for a few seconds with the veggies.

Add uncooked rice and mix well to incorporate.

Pour in water (or chicken broth if using) and mix.

Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper (optional), and parsley flakes.

Add the chicken and sausage back into the pot, including any juices, and mix well.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower to a simmer and cover for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed.

After 15-20 minutes, cook for a few more minutes with the lid off to evaporate excess water.

Add chopped green onions before serving.

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