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tabasco jambalaya

Tabasco Jambalaya Recipe

Tabasco jambalaya is an amazing dish that originates from Louisiana, USA. It is a flavorful and spicy dish that consists of rice, vegetables, and seasonings.
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: tabasco jambalaya recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 609kcal

Equipment

  • Pot

Ingredients

  • 2 Verdant Green Peppers
  • 6 Succulent Chicken Thighs
  • 2 Aged Garlic Cloves
  • 2 cups Aromatic Basmati Rice
  • 2 cans 14-ounce each Sun-Ripened Chopped Tomatoes
  • Tabasco for a Spicy Kick to taste, adjust as desired
  • 1 Vidalia Onion
  • 1 cup Fragrant Flat Leaf Parsley measure by volume, avoiding doubling
  • 1 Savory Chicken Stock Pot
  • 2 Valencia Oranges
  • 4 tablespoons Golden Honey
  • ½ cup Diced Spanish Chorizo

Instructions

  • Peel and finely chop the aged garlic cloves.
  • Dice the Vidalia onion.
  • Chop the parsley, setting aside a portion for garnish.
  • Cut the green peppers into small cubes, removing the seeds.
  • Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  • Zest and juice the Valencia oranges.
  • Measure out the golden honey.
  • Slice the Spanish chorizo.
  • Rinse the Basmati rice thoroughly.
  • Place a large pot over medium heat and add a bit of oil.
  • Add the chopped garlic and diced onion to the pot.
  • Sauté until they turn translucent and fragrant.
  • Add the diced chicken thighs and Spanish chorizo to the pot.
  • Cook until the chicken browns and chorizo releases its oils.
  • Stir in the chopped green peppers and rice, allowing them to cook for a few minutes with the chicken and chorizo.
  • Pour in the sun-ripened chopped tomatoes along with the savory chicken stock pot.
  • Stir the mixture well, ensuring the ingredients are combined.
  • Add the orange zest and juice to the pot for a citrusy touch.
  • Pour in the golden honey to balance the flavors.
  • Adjust the heat level by adding Tabasco sauce according to your taste preference.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.
  • Cover the pot and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Once the rice is cooked, check the seasoning and adjust if needed.
  • Sprinkle the reserved chopped parsley over the jambalaya for garnish.

Notes

  • Feel free to add any additional vegetables or seasonings you'd like.
  • If you like your jambalaya extra spicy, add more Tabasco sauce to taste.
  • If you want to make this dish vegetarian, omit the meat and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • To make this dish gluten-free, use a gluten-free rice.
  • If you don't have white long-grain rice, you can use brown rice.
  • You can also add cooked shrimp or chicken to the jambalaya for added protein.

Nutrition

Calories: 609kcal
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