Flavorful American Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound Andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
• 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, ground
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

• 1 cup green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce

Method

1. 01
   Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
2. 02
   Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the diced chicken breast and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. 03
   Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. 04
   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
5. 05
   Return the sausage to the pot and add the drained diced tomatoes, chicken broth, uncooked rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, oregano, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
6. 06
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
7. 07
   Add the shrimp to the pot, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
8. 08
   Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
9. 09
   Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning to taste.
10. 10
    Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and a dash of hot sauce if desired.