One-Pot Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya

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A hearty one-pot meal with shrimp, sausage, and rice simmered in a bold Cajun-spiced tomato sauce. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 45 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz sliced andouille sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and slightly crisp. Remove sausage and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 1 medium diced green bell pepper, 2 diced celery stalks, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup long grain white rice, 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, coating the rice and veggies with spices for 1 minute.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices and 2 cups chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 18 minutes until rice is tender.
  5. Step 5: Gently fold in 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp and the reserved sausage. Cover and cook for 5 more minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the jambalaya, and fluff gently with a fork before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pot Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pot Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pot Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya?

American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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