INGREDIENTS
1 lb. raw shrimp, deveined and tail removed
2 boneless/skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 tbsp olive oil, divided
2 ribs of celery, chopped
1 jalapeno, cored, seeded, and diced
4 cloves of garlic, pressed or minced
1 medium red onion, diced
3 c chicken broth
1 28 oz. can of crushed tomatoes
3 small bell peppers (combination of green, red, yellow, orange), chopped
2 c long-grain rice
1 14 oz. package of Eckrich Smoked Sausage, sliced
1 + 1/4 c okra
Homemade Cajun spice blend
Optional garnishes: green onions and fresh parsley leaves
Salt and pepper
HOMEMADE CAJUN SPICE BLEND:
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp cayenne pepper (or less if you don’t like spicy foods!)
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1 + 1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tsp black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
Place a large heavy pan on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high.
Add olive oil and allow it to become hot.
Add the onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic, and jalapeno. Sauté until soft and aromatic.
Add the chicken pieces, salt, pepper, and more olive oil. Stir and cook for a few more minutes.
Add the tomatoes, 2 bay leaves, rice, chicken broth, and homemade Cajun seasoning blend. Stir until well mixed.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, then simmer for about 25 minutes or until the rice is soft.
Add the okra and shrimp, then stir until just mixed.
Cover the pan and cook for a few more minutes. Discard the bay leaves.
Taste and add more seasonings if needed.
Garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley and green onions.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
Cholesterol 182.1mg 50% | Sodium 1159.8mg 27% | Total Carbohydrate 74.6g 26% | Dietary Fiber 7.3g | Sugars 10.5g 76% | Protein 38g 21% | Vitamin A 186.7µg 202% | Vitamin C 181.5mg