Cajun and Creole Recipes
Downright Easy Jambalaya
Ingredients
- 1 package Zatarain's dirty rice mix
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 pound smoked sausage
- 1 (8 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package directions. This is best done in a rice cooker, but a microwave is alright.
- Sauté the onion, bell pepper and celery in cooking oil.
- Boil the chicken breasts and cut them into bite size pieces.
- Parboil the sausage. Drain and chop finely or pulse in food processor.
- Combine all ingredients and adjust seasonings.
- Let sit for at least 1 hour.
- Warm in microwave, taking care not to stir too much.
Notes
The flavor is best when the rice kernels are unbroken and not mushy.