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Easy Spicy Instant Pot Jambalaya with Sausage

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A quick and flavorful spicy jambalaya made in the Instant Pot, featuring smoky sausage, veggies, and perfectly cooked rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and comforting meals.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces smoked Andouille sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced fire-roasted tomatoes with juices
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice 12 ounces of smoked Andouille sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. Dice 1 medium yellow onion, 1 green bell pepper, and 2 celery stalks. Mince 3 garlic cloves. Rinse 1 1/2 cups of long grain white rice under cold water until clear.
  2. Set Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ and heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and smoky. Remove sausage and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds without burning.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons tomato paste and 1 can diced fire-roasted tomatoes with juices. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Add rinsed rice to the pot and stir to coat in tomato mixture. Pour in 2 1/2 cups chicken broth and stir gently. Return sautéed sausage to the pot.
  6. Seal Instant Pot lid and set valve to ‘Sealing.’ Select ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ on high pressure for 8 minutes.
  7. Allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully switch valve to ‘Venting’ to release remaining steam. Open lid and stir gently.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions or fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Rinsing the rice prevents stickiness. Browning the sausage adds depth of flavor. Use fire-roasted tomatoes for smoky notes. Natural pressure release is important for tender rice. Adjust spice levels to taste. Brown rice requires longer cooking time (20-22 minutes) and more broth.

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Keywords: jambalaya, instant pot, spicy, sausage, weeknight dinner, cajun, andouille, quick meal

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