30 Minute Cheesy Chicken Jambalaya

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:52:20 GMT

Step 1

Heat two teaspoons oil in an oven safe pan over medium high heat.

Step 2

Trim and cut skinless boneless chicken breast into about 1-inch pieces. Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Step 3

While chicken is cooking, chop one small onion and celery. Cut 8 oz of sausage into 1/4 inch medallions.

Step 4

After the chicken has cooked 5 minutes, add the onion, green pepper, minced garlic, and sausage. Cook until veggies are tender, and the chicken is 160 degrees, internal temp. About another 7 minutes for a total of about 12 minutes.

Step 5

Add 1 cup of chicken broth and deglaze the pan. Add one can RoTel (drained), one teaspoon Cajan spice, 1/2 t salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add about 1 cup of shredded Sharp cheddar cheese and mix well until cheese is melted.

Step 6

Add 2 cups brown rice. Mix in well. Simmer 10 minutes until rice is done. (if using riced cauliflower had it here but only simmer about 3-4 minutes)

Step 7

.Add sour cream and mix well.

Step 8

Add 8 oz of COOKED shrimp here if desired.

Step 9

Remove from heat and cover 5 min before serving.

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