Popeyes Jambalaya Recipe

If you have been to Popeyes you will know how tasty their Popeyes Jambalaya is. Luckily for you, we have recreated the infamous dish and we have a Popeyes Jambalaya Recipe you can try right at home.

Personally, this is a great heart-warming meal you can make for yourself and your family. It’s a lovely meal that is tasty, flavourful, and full of protein thanks to the sausage and chicken.

This Popeyes Jambalaya Recipe is full of flavor and super easy to prepare, even if you are new to cooking. This dish is also very versatile and you can easily add any vegetables to it if you like such as broccoli green or green beans. You can even trade the meats for fish if you are a pescatarian or maybe just prefer fish.

I highly recommend this recipe and my kids really enjoy it when I make it for dinner.

Why I Love this Popeyes Jambalaya Recipe?

I love this dish because it’s super tasty and really easy to prepare. This recipe was inspired by Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and this homemade version is delicious.

Another reason why I love this meal is because it’s very versatile and you can switch from using meats to fish and add any vegetables you like.

I really enjoyed having this with Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn as a starter since the corn was light enough to have enough space for the main dish.

This was a great and convenient meal to have for dinner and my family really enjoyed it.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large skillet or Dutch oven
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Chef’s knife
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
• 8 ounces of Andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped green onions for garnish

How to Make Popeyes Jambalaya Recipe

Step 1:

Heat some olive oil in a big pan on the stove. Put the chicken in and cook it until it turns a little brown, which takes about 5 minutes.

Step 2:

Add the sausage to the pan and cook it for about 3 minutes until it looks a bit brown.

Step 3:

Now, put in the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook them until they get soft, which takes about 5 minutes.

Step 4:

Next, add the diced tomatoes, rice, chicken broth, paprika, thyme, and oregano. Sprinkle in a little bit of salt and pepper.

Step 5:

Let everything in the pan start to boil, then turn the heat down low and cover the pan. Let it cook for 20 to 25 minutes until the rice is soft and the liquid disappears.

Step 6:

When it’s done, take the pan off the stove and wait for 5 minutes. Then, use a fork to fluff up the rice and put some chopped green onions on top.

Tips

• If you love spice feel free to add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Feel free to change the recipe by using fish instead of meats or add more veggies if you like.
• You can bulk-cook this and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can even freeze the meal and defrost it when you are ready to eat it. Just make sure you heat it when ready.

What Pairs with Popeyes Jambalaya?

Popeyes Jambalaya is great on its own, but it’s even better when paired with some tasty sides and drinks. This dish goes well with many side dishes and I had it with Black Garlic Bread as a starter which paired amazingly well together.

You can also have it with steamed vegetables, which is a great addition to the meal and helps you get your veggies in.

Since the meal is quite salty you should have a cool refreshing drink to help with the spicy kick of the meal and I suggest having Iced raspberry leaf tea.

FAQ

Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?

While white rice is usually used for jambalaya, you can use brown rice which is a healthier option. Just remember that you will need to cook the brown rice slightly longer than white rice.

Can I make Popeyes Jambalaya in advance?

Of course, Popeyes Jambalaya tastes even better the next day. Simply store it in the fridge and reheat it when ready to enjoy.

Can I freeze leftover Popeyes Jambalaya?

Yes, you can freeze leftover Popeyes Jambalaya. When you’re ready to eat it, make sure to thaw it overnight in the fridge and then reheat it on the stove or in the microwave when ready.

Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed this Popeyes Jambalaya Recipe, it’s tasty and super easy to prepare. Make sure you try this recipe and prepare it for your family and friends they will love it. Please share this recipe with your friends and make sure you subscribe so you get our daily recipes.