Spicy Jambalaya Shrimp Turkey (Printable)
Bold Creole-style jambalaya featuring shrimp, turkey sausage, and a spicy tomato and rice mix.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 10 ounces raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 10 ounces turkey sausage, sliced (preferably smoked)
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 large onion, diced
04 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 celery stalks, diced
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 fresh jalapeño, minced (optional for extra heat)
→ Rice & Tomatoes
08 - 1½ cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
09 - 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juice
→ Liquids
10 - 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
→ Spices & Seasonings
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
13 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
14 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
15 - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
16 - 1 teaspoon salt
17 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
18 - 2 bay leaves
19 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus extra for garnish)
→ Optional
20 - Hot sauce, to serve
21 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# How To Make:
01 - Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
02 - Add the turkey sausage slices and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
03 - In the same pot, add onion, bell pepper, celery, and jalapeño (if using). Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Add the rice, paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes, coating the rice with spices.
06 - Add diced tomatoes with juice, chicken broth, and bay leaves. Stir well and bring to a boil.
07 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
08 - Return the sausage to the pot and add the shrimp. Stir, cover, and cook for 6–8 minutes more, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the rice is tender.
09 - Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and stir in fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley, lemon wedges, and hot sauce if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The smoky turkey sausage brings incredible depth without being too heavy
- Its a complete meal in one pot, meaning less cleanup and more flavor development
02 -
- The rice continues absorbing liquid after you turn off the heat, so dont panic if it looks slightly loose at first
- Shrimp overcook incredibly fast, so add them last and watch closely
03 -
- Mise en place matters here, chop everything before you start cooking
- Use a heavy pot that distributes heat evenly to prevent hot spots