Description
Halal Jambalaya – Spicy Option for Father’s Day is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines juicy chicken, succulent shrimp, and colorful vegetables in a spicy Cajun-inspired recipe. This easy-to-make meal serves as the perfect centerpiece for your Father’s Day celebration, delighting everyone with its bold flavors and enticing aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, chopped
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 oz halal Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed), diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop the chicken, dice the bell peppers and onion, and mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and bell peppers; sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken thighs and Andouille sausage; cook until browned on all sides (about 7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; add shrimp. Simmer together for another 5 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until cooked through.
- Enjoy hot over rice or straight from the pot; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - Adjust spice levels by modifying Cajun seasoning or adding jalapeños for extra heat. - Swap proteins based on preference—chicken can be replaced with tofu for a vegetarian option. - For enhanced flavor, toast the rice before adding broth.