Creole Jambalaya with Chicken (Printable)

Flavorful Creole jambalaya combining chicken, halal sausage, rice, and spices in a savory tomato sauce.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 14 oz boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
02 - 9 oz halal smoked sausage (beef or turkey), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 celery stalks, diced
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with juice

→ Rice & Broth

08 - 1.5 cups long-grain rice, rinsed
09 - 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth, halal-certified

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
11 - 2 tsp paprika
12 - 1 tsp dried thyme
13 - 1 tsp dried oregano
14 - 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
15 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
16 - 1 tsp salt
17 - 2 bay leaves
18 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
19 - 2 spring onions, sliced

# How to Prepare:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook 4 minutes until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
02 - Add sausage slices to the same pan and cook 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside with chicken.
03 - Add onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pan. Sauté 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
04 - Stir in paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne, black pepper, and salt. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Add diced tomatoes with juice, browned chicken, sausage, and bay leaves. Mix well to incorporate.
06 - Pour in rinsed rice and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring mixture to a boil.
07 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
08 - Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Discard bay leaves. Fluff with fork, stir in parsley, and garnish with additional parsley and spring onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot means minimal cleanup maximum flavor development
  • The rice absorbs every spice and becomes incredibly fragrant
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd without spending hours in the kitchen
02 -
  • Resist the urge to lift the lid too often or steam escapes affecting rice texture
  • Let it rest covered after cooking for evenly distributed moisture
  • Rinse rice until water runs clear to prevent excess starch
03 -
  • Use a heavy Dutch oven for even heat distribution
  • Toast spices in hot oil before adding vegetables for deeper flavor

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