Description
This Jambalaya Soup recipe brings the flavors of the classic Creole dish in a comforting, hearty soup form. Loaded with chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, and a mix of Cajun spices, it’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 pound andouille sausage, sliced
- 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Sliced green onions
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Soup Base: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Brown chicken pieces, then set aside. Brown sausage, sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Cook the Soup: Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, rice, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, and bay leaves. Return chicken to pot, bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Finish the Soup: Add shrimp, cook for 5 minutes. Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and garnish with green onions and parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne for extra spice.
- This soup reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun, Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg