Description
Instant Pot Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya is a delightful one-pot meal that captures the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine. This quick yet satisfying dish features tender chicken, smoky andouille sausage, and fluffy rice, all simmered together with aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this jambalaya offers a rich, savory experience with minimal cleanup. You’ll love how the Instant Pot speeds up the cooking process while maintaining delicious depth of flavor. Add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to create a dish uniquely yours. Serve it warm with crusty bread or over fresh greens for a comforting meal that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 12 ounces andouille sausage
- 1 boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 3 ribs celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1.5 cups long grain white rice
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
- 1.75 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Sauté andouille sausage in oil until browned; set aside.
- In the same pot, cook chicken for one minute.
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; stir for one minute.
- Incorporate Cajun seasoning and rice; mix well.
- Pour in tomatoes and chicken broth; stir gently.
- Seal Instant Pot and pressure cook on high for 5 minutes.
- Allow natural release for 5 minutes before quick releasing remaining pressure.
- Fluff rice, add sausage back into the pot, cover to warm through, then serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Customize with your favorite veggies or protein like shrimp. Resting time after cooking allows flavors to meld beautifully.