Best Healthy Chicken Sausage Jambalaya Recipes

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CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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This chicken and sausage jambalaya is a delicious one pot meal that is perfect for Mardi Gras, or any time of year!

Provided by Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy

Categories     Main Course

Time 43m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1.5 Tablespoons oil (I used avocado)
1 pound raw chicken thighs, boneless & skinless, diced
creole seasoning to taste - I am using Tony Chachere's original creole seasoning. ((1.5 tsp for the chicken))
1 pound chicken andouille sausage, sliced ((I am using Trader Joe's chicken andouille sausage))
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 bell peppers, any color, diced ((or 3 cups tri-color pre-diced peppers))
2 stalks celery, diced ((about 1 cup))
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh chopped thyme leaves)
1 leaf bay
3 cups chicken stock
1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/2 tsp Optional: hot sauce (or more to taste - you can wait and add this at the end if you want to taste first!)
1.5 cups jasmine rice, rinse and drained
chopped fresh parsley or green onion (optional garnish)
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper and cajun seasoning.
  • Brown the chicken thighs for about 4 to 5 minutes, until most of the pinkness is gone.
  • Add the onions, celery and peppers, and cook for about 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in 1/2 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp pepper, garlic, bay, thyme and andouille sausage, and cook another 1.5 minutes
  • Add stock, hot sauce and rice (rinsed and drained - do not skip!), crushed tomatoes and stir, scraping any bits off the bottom.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, and simmer covered until most of the liquid is absorbed (about 15 minutes), stirring frequently.
  • Turn OFF the heat, stir, recover, and let it sit for about another 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove the bay. Taste to see if you want to add more seasoning (hot sauce, salt, pepper, etc.)
  • Garnish with sliced green onions, parsley, hot sauce, etc.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Sodium 770 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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A big batch of this comforting Creole classic comes together in about an hour.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 1h5m

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
1 pound smoked sausage (such as Conecuh sausage), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large white onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 large green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 ½ cups)
1 cup chopped celery (about 1 stalk)
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups uncooked converted rice
3 cups chicken broth
2 (14.5 oz.) cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes
Sliced scallions (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high. Add chicken and sausage, and cook, stirring constantly, until browned on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels; blot with paper towels.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, bay leaves, Creole seasoning, thyme, and oregano to hot drippings; cook over medium-high until vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in rice, and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, tomatoes, chicken, and sausage. Bring to a boil over high. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Garnish with sliced scallions, if desired.

JAMBALAYA



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Spicy jambalaya with chicken and andouille sausage.

Provided by Terri

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Jambalaya Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
10 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 onion, diced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) can crushed Italian tomatoes
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon file powder
1 ¼ cups uncooked white rice
2 ½ cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a large heavy Dutch oven over medium heat. Season the sausage and chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning. Saute sausage until browned. Remove with slotted spoon, and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil, and saute chicken pieces until lightly browned on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
  • In the same pot, saute onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic until tender. Stir in crushed tomatoes, and season with red pepper, black pepper, salt, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce and file powder. Stir in chicken and sausage. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 73.1 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1632.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

CAJUN CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds mild smoked pork sausage, or any lean high-quality smoked pork sausage, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thigh meat
1 1/2 pounds onions, diced
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 pound tasso, cubed
3/4 tablespoon whole fresh thyme leaves
3/4 tablespoon chopped fresh sweet basil leaves
1/2 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon white pepper
1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes
1/3 gallon chicken stock
1 1/4 pounds long-grain rice
1 tablespoon freshly chopped curly parsley leaves

Steps:

  • The most important thing is to use the right equipment and I would suggest the following: a 2-gallon cast iron Dutch oven, a high BTU gas stove, and a large stainless steel chef's spoon.
  • Use high heat to preheat the Dutch oven and add the sausage. Using a chef's spoon or large spoon, constantly move the sausage from the bottom of the pot. Be careful not to burn the meat. (Normally I use Manda's sausage because it has little fat, however at this point you may want to drain off all of the excess grease to reduce the fat content from the dish.)
  • Add the thigh meat and brown the chicken on all sides. Again use the spoon to scrape the meat from sticking and burning to the bottom of the pot. Browning the sausage and chicken meats should take 20 minutes. Be careful not to over cook the thigh meat to the point that it shreds.
  • Lower the heat to medium and add the onions and garlic; saute for about 15 minutes or until the onions are very limp and "clear". Scrape the bottom of the pot to remove all the "graton". This is where the jambalaya gets its distinct brown color and taste.
  • Add the tasso, thyme, basil and black and white pepper. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes. This will give the seasonings time to release their oils and flavors.
  • At this point the jambalaya concentrate can be transferred to smaller containers, cooled to room temperature, covered and refrigerated for future use. (This is what we do commercially; it allows the seasonings to marry.)
  • When you are ready to cook the jambalaya, add the stock to the concentrate and bring to a rolling boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to medium and gently break up the rice. Using the stainless steel paddle, continue to insure that the rice is not sticking to the bottom of the pot; this is very important!
  • After about 5 minutes, fold in the parsley. Continue to scrape the pot to insure that no rice sticks to the bottom. When the jambalaya returns to a boil, reduce heat to the lowest possible setting and simmer, covered, for at least 25 minutes. Do not remove the cover while the rice is steaming.
  • If Manda's brand sausage is not available, any lean smoked sausage can be substituted. You may have to remove any excess grease from the pot after frying down an unknown sausage.
  • For a richer jambalaya substitute turkey stock for the chicken stock called for above.
  • If no stocks are available, then chicken soup base can be used. Be careful with your seasoning, as bases are usually full of salt.
  • Alternate Method:
  • The jambalaya is best when served directly out of the cast iron pot. While the rice is steaming, the sausage and meat will have a tendency to float to the surface of the jambalaya. Therefore, after the rice has steamed for 25 minutes, use the paddle to gently fold in the meat and seasonings into the cooked rice. This should only be done once or twice, the rice will loose a lot of heat and the rice will break apart.
  • Also note, I do not add salt to my jambalaya. This is because I like to use herbs, tasso and seasonings to satisfy the need for salt. I would suggest having the table set with salt shakers and a selection of hot pepper sauces.
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SAUSAGE CHICKEN JAMBALAYA



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For anyone who enjoys entertaining, this jambalaya is the perfect one-pot meal to feed a crowd. It's comforting, spicy and easy to make.-Betty Benthin, Grass Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links (3 ounces each), cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/2 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2-3/4 cups chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute sausage and chicken in oil for 5 minutes. Add celery and onion; saute 6-8 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, rice, thyme and Cajun seasoning., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 761mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEALTHY CHICKEN & SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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This recipe is an Uncle Ben's recipe that has been modified to be lower in fat and calories. I've never made jambalaya before, but this looked good so I thought I'd give it a try. Much to my surprise, it was quick, easy, and very tasty. I used canned chicken in water, and some frozen turkey sausage links I found in the breakfast section of frozen foods. The green bell pepper flavor is quite strong, so you may prefer to use only half a pepper. If you are cooking for someone who dislikes veggies, the celery, onion, bell pepper can be pureed.

Provided by Bayoaksprincess

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups uncle ben's original converted rice, uncooked
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 lb chicken breast, in bite-sized pieces
1/2 lb smoked turkey sausage, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons low-sodium cajun seasoning, divided
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a large lidded pot or dutch oven, heat oil on medium heat.
  • Add garlic, celery, green bell pepper, onion, 1 tbsp of the cajun seasoning, chicken, and sausage. Cook for about 5 minutes, until chicken is mostly cooked (or well-heated if you are using canned chicken).
  • Add rice and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add broth, Worcestershire sauce, and remaining 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning; bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove lid and let set for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.8, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 49.2, Sodium 464.3, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.3, Protein 20.2

CHICKEN SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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Having a cousin who's a pork producer is a bonus when looking for great recipes. This slightly spicy entree turns out perfectly every time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup sliced green onion
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced green pepper
1/2 cup sliced sweet red pepper
1/2 pound fully cooked smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and paprika. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium-high heat until juices run clear. Remove chicken and set aside., In the same saucepan, saute the onions, celery and peppers over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Stir in the sausage, rice, garlic, cayenne, chicken and remaining salt and pepper. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts :

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