What if I don't have Cajun seasoning?

Cajun seasoning (also called creole seasoning) is a mixture of common spices. You can make it yourself with equal parts kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, and onion powder with a pinch of cayenne and black pepper (or more if you like it spicy!). Make a big batch of the seasoning and save the extra for another recipe or for your next batch of jambalaya.

Can I use chicken sausage in place of andouille sausage?

Yes, this recipe would be delicious with chicken sausage too. Just pick a flavor that goes well with the overall dish. You can even use chicken thighs, but the dish won't be as flavorful or spicy.

How long does it stay good for?

This recipe will keep for 4 days in the refrigerator.

Can I use brown rice in this recipe?

This one calls for white long grain rice as it has around the same cooking time as the sausage.

Instant Pot Jambalaya With Sausage & Shrimp

Name: Instant Pot Jambalaya With Sausage & Shrimp
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 34 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 12 ounces pre-cooked andouille sausage, cut into 1-inch slices; 1 onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed well; 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, with the juice; 1/2 pound medium-sized frozen, deveined shrimp; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces pre-cooked andouille sausage, cut into 1-inch slices
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed well
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 15–ounce can diced tomatoes, with the juice
1/2 pound medium-sized frozen, deveined shrimp
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

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Instructions

Press Sauté on a 6-quart or 8-quart Instant Pot. Drizzle in the olive oil and let it heat up for a couple of minutes.
Add the sausage, onion, and bell pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the sausage starts to brown and the veggies start to soften.
Cancel the Sauté function on the Instant Pot and add the rice, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning. Stir to combine.
Pour the diced tomatoes on top of the rice and vegetable mixture, but don’t stir. Then, add the shrimp on top, but don’t stir.
Lock on the lid and set the time to 4 minutes on high pressure.
Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure come down naturally for 10 minutes.
Then, use the quick-release to get rid of any remaining pressure. Remove the lid and stir in the Worcestershire sauce.
Serve hot.

Notes

Store any leftovers in a tightly-sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.
Cajun seasoning is a mixture of common spices. You can make it yourself with equal parts kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, and onion powder with a pinch of cayenne and black pepper (or more if you like it spicy!).
You can substitute cooked chicken sausage for the andouille sausage, if you prefer.
If you want a spicier flavor reminiscent of authentic cajun cooking, feel free to serve this dish with hot sauce.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Category: Main dish
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: Cajun
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
Calories: 373
Sugar: 4.1 g
Sodium: 728.2 mg
Fat: 14.4 g
Saturated Fat: 4.3 g
Carbohydrates: 44 g
Fiber: 1.8 g
Protein: 16.2 g
Cholesterol: 71.5 mg