Cajun Jambalaya

Cajun Jambalaya is a flavorful one-pot dish bursting with spices, featuring tender chicken and shrimp combined with hearty rice and colorful vegetables. This high-protein American lunch option is not only satisfying but also packed with authentic Cajun flair.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Raw shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced (red or green)
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Cajun seasoning - 2 tablespoons
• Rice (long grain) - 150 grams
• Chicken broth - 400 milliliters
• Diced tomatoes (canned) - 200 grams
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes until vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the remaining Cajun seasoning, rice, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
6. Add the cooked chicken and shrimp to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
7. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 160 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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