Wood-Fired Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Jambalaya
A smoky, hearty jambalaya combining wood-fired shrimp and spicy Andouille sausage with classic Creole rice and vegetables. This creole-inspired seafood ready in about 60 minutes pairs shrimp, peeled and deveined, sliced andouille sausage, long grain rice 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz, sliced andouille sausage
- 1 1/2 cups long grain rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1, diced green bell pepper
- 2, diced celery stalks
- 1 large, diced onion
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Toss 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a large heavy-bottom pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced andouille sausage and cook for 5 minutes until browned and flavorful.
- Step 3: Add 1 large diced onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 2 diced celery stalks to the pot. Sauté for 6 minutes until vegetables soften and become aromatic.
- Step 4: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5: Add 1 1/2 cups long grain rice and 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, stirring to combine evenly.
- Step 6: Pour in 3 cups chicken broth and add 1 bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Step 7: Remove the bay leaf, fold in the grilled shrimp, and gently mix to combine. Let the jambalaya rest covered for 5 minutes before serving.
- Step 8: Serve with lemon wedges to brighten flavors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wood-Fired Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Jambalaya take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Wood-Fired Shrimp and Andouille 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 shrimp, peeled and deveined from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Shrimp and Andouille 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 Wood-Fired Shrimp and Andouille 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 Wood-Fired Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Jambalaya?
Creole 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.
