Jambalaya Skillet
Bring creole flavors to the dinner table with this tasty Jambalaya Skillet made with Minute® Instant Brown Rice, shrimp, chicken, sausage, tomato and peppers.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
- 2 tbsp lite creole seasoning, divided
- 1/2 lb cooked sausage, sliced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup water
- 1 can (8 oz) low sodium tomato sauce
- 1/2 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups Minute® Brown Rice
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Instructions
Enjoy the creole flavors of a traditional Louisiana dish with this tasty and simple Jambalaya Skillet loaded with shrimp, chicken, sausage, tomato and green bell peppers.
Step 1
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, onions, and celery. Cook, stirring, for 3-5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.Step 2
Toss chicken with 1 tablespoon creole seasoning. Add to skillet. Sauté 2 to 3 minutes, or until cooked through.Step 3
Add sausage, tomatoes, water, tomato sauce, shrimp and remaining 1 tablespoon creole seasoning; mix well. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice; cover. Simmer 10 minutes.Step 4
Remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.Recipe Tips
Substitute 2 packages (6 oz each) grilled chicken breast strips for fresh chicken strips. Add chicken to skillet along with sausage, etc. Continue as directed.
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What is Jambalaya?
This traditional Southern dish, native to Louisiana, is made with a combination of meat, veggies and rice and originates from a combination of European and West African dishes such as Spanish Paella and African jollof rice. This Jambalaya Skillet dinner is made with a savory combination of smoked sausage, chicken and shrimp alongside the holy trinity of creole cooking; bell peppers, onions and celery.
Creole-Style Dinner
This southern comfort meal is made with Minute® Instant Brown Rice, chicken, sausage, shrimp, tomato sauce and cooked veggies all simmered with delicious creole seasoning. It’s perfect for busy nights and big appetites when you need something bold and flavorful all in under 30 minutes. You and your family will enjoy this “Big Easy” style meal that is sure to become a favorite.
Keep the southern theme going by serving this dish with cornbread and green beans on the side. And don’t forget to make a pitcher of delicious sweet tea to wash it all down!
Keep exploring all kinds of international flavors and global cuisines with simple recipes using Minute® Rice. Next, try microwave Chinese Egg Fried Rice recipes. Also, try our: chicken cheese and rice.
