Best Jambalaya

Best Jambalaya

from delish.com
40 min
4 servings

This easy, classic jambalaya recipe perfects the New Orleans' hearty seafood and rice dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1" pieces
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 6 oz. andouille sausage, sliced
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 c. low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1 (15-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 c. long-grain rice
  • 2 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and bell peppers; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in chicken and oregano; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden, about 5 minutes. Add sausage, tomato paste, and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add stock, tomatoes, rice, and Old Bay. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and cook until rice is tender and liquid is almost absorbed, about 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add shrimp and cook, tossing to combine, until pink and just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Divide jambalaya among bowls. Top with scallions.