Here is a jambalaya that your family can enjoy. It has lots of flavor, veggies, and tasty low-fat meats!

Average Cost: $30.80
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Average Cook Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Average Servings: 9

Recipe Source: Heart Healthy Home Cooking African American Style, p. 22.

Ingredients

  • 14 Ounces low-fat turkey kielbasa
  • 1 Pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 Medium celery stalk, chopped
  • 2 Small onions, chopped
  • 4 Cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 Small bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 Medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 Can (14 1⁄2-ounce) no-saltadded diced tomatoes
  • 1 1⁄2 Cups uncooked brown rice
  • 4 Cups water
  • 2 Cubes low-sodium chicken bouillon
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 1 1⁄2 Tsp cayenne pepper
  • 3 Tbsp parsley, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Wash chicken and pat dry. Cut the chicken breast and kielbasa into 1-inch chunks.

Step 2

Spray a medium-sized pot with nonstick cooking spray. Brown the kielbasa and chicken over medium heat and remove from the pot.

Step 3

Add next 6 ingredients to the same pot and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Return the cooked meat to the pot; add the rice, water, bouillon, bay leaf, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer for about 50 minutes or until the water is evaporated.

Step 5

Stir in parsley and serve warm.

Utensils Needed

  • Stove
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Bowl
  • Pot

NUTRITION FACTS

Serving Size: 1 Cup

NutrientsAmount
Calories250
Total Fat4 g
Saturated Fat1 g
Cholesterol53 mg
Sodium531 mg
Total Carbohydrates31 g
Dietary Fiber5 g
Total Sugars0g
Added Sugars0 g
Protein22 g