Authentic Cajun Cabbage Jambalaya
This Authentic Cajun Cabbage Jambalaya recipe is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal featuring smoked sausage, tender chicken, rice, and cabbage, all seasoned with a kick of Cajun spice. It's a comforting dish perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Equipment
- Large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
- Slotted spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (or more, to taste)
- ½ head green cabbage, cored and chopped
Seasoning & Garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the sliced sausage for 5-7 minutes; remove and set aside, reserving drippings.
- Add chicken thighs to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside with the sausage.
- Reduce heat to medium, then add onion, celery, and bell pepper to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Return sausage and chicken to the pot, then stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and uncooked rice. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Do not lift the lid.
- Gently stir in the chopped cabbage, re-cover, and cook for 5-10 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat, rest for 5 minutes covered, then fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and green onions before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the Cajun seasoning. If you prefer a milder flavor, adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your taste. This dish reheats well and can be a great make-ahead meal. Enjoy with a side of cornbread or a light salad for a complete meal.