30 Minute Jambalaya Skillet
Bring the bold and vibrant flavors of the South to your table in just 30 minutes with this easy Jambalaya Skillet recipe! Packed with hearty smoked sausage, tender shrimp, and perfectly spiced long-grain rice, this one-pan wonder is brimming with Cajun-inspired spices like paprika, thyme, and a zesty Cajun seasoning blend. Fresh aromatics like onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic add depth, while canned tomatoes and chicken broth create a rich, savory base. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick jambalaya is ready in under half an hour, delivering a comforting and flavorful dinner the whole family will love. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions for a pop of color and an extra layer of freshness. Whether you're a seasoned jambalaya pro or a first-timer, this 30-minute skillet recipe promises big flavor with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, uncooked rice, Cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
Return the sausage to the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 15 minutes, add the shrimp to the skillet. Stir gently to ensure the shrimp are evenly distributed, then cover and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the rice is tender.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.9 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.7 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 913 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 8209 mg | 357% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 215.1 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 145.8 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.2 mcg | 76% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3451 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
