Description
This Easy Instant Pot Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya is a hearty, flavorful dish packed with tender chicken, smoky sausage, and aromatic spices, all cooked to perfection in a fraction of the time. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb (450g) smoked sausage, sliced (Andouille or kielbasa works well)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (red or green)
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (200g) long-grain rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 3 cups (720ml) chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Ingredients:
- Set your Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode. Add olive oil and heat for a minute.
- Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the Chicken:
- Stir in the chicken pieces and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly browned.
- Mix in the Rice and Seasoning:
- Add the rice, diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Pressure Cook:
- Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" for 8 minutes. Make sure the vent is set to sealing.
- Natural Release:
- Once cooking is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then switch to a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Serve:
- Open the lid and stir the jambalaya gently to fluff the rice. Mix in the browned sausage and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
- For a veggie boost, add frozen peas or corn just before serving.
- This dish is perfect for leftovers; the flavors deepen as it sits!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg