A delicious one-pot chicken and sausage jambalaya recipe that combines smoked sausage, chicken thighs, and vegetables with rice and flavorful seasonings. This dish is perfect for a comforting meal and can be customized with cayenne pepper or shrimp for added flavor.
1: Season the chicken with the seasonings and slice it.
2: In a pot, heat the oil over medium heat.
3: Add the smoked sausage and cook until browned.
4: Add the seasoned chicken thighs and cook until no longer pink.
5: Stir in the onion, green bell pepper, celery, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme.
6: Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
7: Add the rice, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, paprika, Sazon, onion powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper.
8: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
9: Simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked.
10: If adding shrimp, stir in during the last 10 minutes.
11: Garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.
