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Savory Instant Pot Jambalaya for Effortless Flavor at Home

Savory Instant Pot Jambalaya Recipe for Effortless Flavor at Home

Savory Instant Pot Jambalaya for Effortless Flavor at Home combines Cajun spices and fresh ingredients for a quick, delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat
  • 12 oz Andouille sausage
  • 1 lb Boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 lb Cooked shrimp
Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 medium Green pepper
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 2 stalks Scallions for garnish
Grains & Legumes
  • 1 cup Rice
Liquids & Condiments
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 14 oz Diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups Chicken broth
Spices
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp Thyme

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add olive oil.
  2. Add Andouille sausage and boneless chicken thighs, browning them on all sides.
  3. Stir in onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic, cooking until softened.
  4. Add rice, salt, Cajun seasoning, thyme, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
  5. Close the lid, seal the vent, and pressure cook on high for 10 minutes.
  6. After the cooking time is complete, perform a quick release of pressure.
  7. Stir in cooked shrimp and let it sit for a few minutes.
  8. Garnish with scallions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15g

Notes

This dish is not only a fantastic weeknight meal but also versatile; feel free to customize with your favorite proteins or veggies.

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