Jambalaya with Shrimp and Ham Recipe

Jambalaya with Shrimp and Ham

Level: Intermediate
Yield: 4 servings (serving size is 2 cups)
Nutritional Analysis Per Serving
Calories 440
Total Fat 9 grams
Saturated Fat 2 grams
Cholesterol 190 milligrams
Sodium 1040 milligrams
Carbohydrates 50 grams
Dietary Fiber 3 grams
Protein 38 grams
Sugar 7 grams
Total: 55 min
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 35 min

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more, to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more, to taste
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
6 ounces diced, smoked ham
2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
One 14 1/2-ounce can no-salt added diced tomatoes
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp
Hot pepper sauce

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Warm the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, peppers, and garlic, then saut until softened, around 10 minutes. Incorporate the next 11 ingredients, from salt to diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Add the rice, cover, lower the heat, and simmer for approximately 20 minutes, until the rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed. Stir in the shrimp and cook, covered, for an additional 5 minutes, until shrimp are fully cooked. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve with hot pepper sauce.

Fire up your kitchen with this irresistible Jambalaya with Shrimp and Hama one-pot wonder bursting with Louisiana Creole flair! Tender shrimp and smoky ham mingle with fluffy rice, the holy trinity of diced onions, red and green bell peppers, and a spice blend of paprika, oregano, thyme, cayenne, and bay leaf for that perfect mild kick. Customize the heat with extra hot sauce and dig into a hearty bowl ready in just 55 minutes.

Health meets flavor in every 2-cup serving: 38g protein, only 9g total fat from olive oil, and smart swaps like low-sodium broth and no-salt tomatoes keep sodium in check at 1040mg. It's balanced, satisfying, and ideal for weeknight wins or feeding a crowddouble it effortlessly!

Pro tips for success: Grab fresh, peeled shrimp to skip tedious prep, opt for quality smoked ham (or lean turkey ham), and amp up with jalapeos if you crave fire. This Ellie Krieger gem skips frying for gentle flavor melding in the Dutch oven, delivering authentic Creole taste (with tomatoes!) faster than takeout. Pair with cornbread or greens; leftovers reheat beautifully with a broth splash. Beginners, this is your gateway to bold Cajun magiccook it tonight and taste the bayou!