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Quick Shrimp Jambalaya
75% authentic · American
A simplified, faster version of traditional jambalaya, using pre-cooked sausage and fewer steps, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- Shrimp1 pound, peeled and deveined
- Pre-cooked smoked sausage12 ounces, sliced
- Onion1 medium, chopped
- Green bell pepper1 medium, chopped
- Garlic2 cloves, minced
- Diced tomatoes1 (14.5 ounce) can, undrained
- Chicken broth2 cups
- Instant rice1.5 cups
- Cajun seasoning2 tablespoons
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Olive oil1 tablespoon
- Green onions2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
Steps
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add sliced pre-cooked sausage and cook until lightly browned. Remove sausage and set aside.
- 2
Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Add diced tomatoes (undrained), chicken broth, instant rice, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
- 5
Stir in the cooked sausage. Cover and cook according to instant rice package directions, usually about 5-10 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- 6
Gently stir in the shrimp and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- 7
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped green onions.
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