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Chicken Jambalaya Recipe – Easy Southern Comfort Meal

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This chicken jambalaya recipe is a classic Southern one-pot dish made with tender chicken, rice, vegetables, and bold Cajun spices for a hearty and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  3. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot and sauté until softened.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add rice, paprika, thyme, cayenne, bay leaf, salt, and pepper, stirring to coat the rice.
  6. Return the chicken to the pot.
  7. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, stirring well.
  8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the rice is tender.
  9. Remove bay leaf, let rest for 5 minutes, then fluff and serve.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs stay juicier during simmering.
  • Use long-grain rice to avoid a mushy texture.
  • Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing cayenne pepper.
  • Let the dish rest briefly before serving for best texture.

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