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Nutrition: per serving

  • kcal445
    low
  • fat10g
    low
  • saturates3g
  • carbs64g
  • sugars7g
    low
  • fibre2g
  • protein30g
    high
  • salt1.2g
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Method

  • step 1

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan with a lid over a medium-high heat and brown 2 chopped chicken breasts for 5-8 mins until golden.

  • step 2

    Remove and set aside. Tip in the 1 diced onion and cook for 3-4 mins until soft.

  • step 3

    Add 1 thinly sliced red pepper, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 75g sliced chorizo and 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, and cook for 5 mins more.

  • step 4

    Stir the chicken back in with 250g long grain rice, add the 400g can of tomatoes and 350ml chicken stock. Cover and simmer over a medium heat for 20-25 mins until the rice is tender.

  • step 5

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Frequently asked questions

How to use leftover cajun seasoning

You can use any leftover Cajun seasoning sprinkled over fries, chicken, or coat a piece of white fish in it. You can even use it in place of fajita or taco seasoning.

What to serve with jambalaya

Serve with a crunchy chopped salad, cornbread and some garlicky green beans.

Try this easy prawn jambalaya recipe from our sister title olivemagazine.com/prawn-jambalaya.

Recipe from Good Food magazine, April 2011

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