Single Serve Jambalaya

Craving the bold, spicy flavors of the South but don’t want to cook a whole pot? This single-serve jambalaya recipe brings the heart of Louisiana to your kitchen in just one perfectly portioned bowl. Packed with smoky sausage, tender chicken, and aromatic Cajun spices, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that doesn’t require a crowd—or a pile of dishes. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or just want a taste of comfort without the leftovers, this easy jambalaya is your go-to for big flavor in a small batch.
Single Serve Jambalaya
Ingredients
- 2 oz andouille sausage sliced
- 1 chicken thigh boneless, skinless, and diced
- 1 tbsp Pretty Girls Eat Too All Purpose Seasoning
- ¼ yellow onion finely diced
- ¼ green bell pepper finely diced
- 1 celery stalk finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup rice
- ¼ tsp dried celery seed
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp ground thyme
- ½ tbsp tomato paste
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup chicken stock
Instructions
- To a bowl, season chicken thigh with ¼ of all purpose seasoning. Set aside
- To a skillet on medium high heat, add in 2 tbsp. of oil and brown chicken and sausage. Remove from pan.
- Add in celery, onion, and bell pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes or until onions are transclucent. Follow with garlic and habanero if using. Sauté for an additional minute.
- Add in tomato paste and toast for 1 minute. Follow with rice and chicken stock, sausage and chicken.
- Lower heat to a simmer, and cook for 15-20 minutes (until stock is absorbed.)
- Garnish with green onion, and enjoy!
