Jiffy Jambalaya Recipe
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Jiffy Jambalaya

By: Carolyn Gubser 
"'My husband and I like this nicely spiced combination on days when we're pressed for time,' comments Carolyn Gubser of Waukesha, Wisconsin."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (46)

Prep Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 drops hot pepper sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked instant rice

Directions

  1. In a skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender Stir in the sausage, tomatoes, water, sugar and seasonings. Bring to a boil; add the rice. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until the rice is tender.

Footnotes

  • Nutritional Analysis: One serving (prepared with reduced-fat smoked turkey sausage and no-salt-added diced tomatoes) equals 278 calories, 11 g fat (0 saturated fat), 49 mg cholesterol, 680 mg sodium, 31 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 15 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2009 by KellyCrocker   view full review
This recipe is delish--and great for anyone who participates in Weight Watchers! I cut the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 13, 2008 by DENISESCRIVENS   view full review
This was a great quick and easy recipe! I used the zesty tomatos with green chilis since it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 6, 2011 by steveokanevo   view full review
Taste so good makes you want to slap your mama!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2010 by Mrs. Smith   view full review
This was sensational! My husband and I can't wait to eat it again for leftovers tomorrow! ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2007 by DIANNE72   view full review
Quick, easy, kids like, so I like. I omit the oil and saute the pepper and onion with the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2010 by POETICUNIVERSE   view full review
This was a pretty tasty meal; not exactly Jambalaya though. I added filè powder and a dash of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 30, 2009 by Debbie   view full review
This was easy, inexpensive and a huge hit with my husband. I used Turkey kielbasa as it is...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2011 by Cook and a half Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I was looking for something to throw together one night when I didn't feel like cooking. I am...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 28, 2011 by tpf2005   view full review
this was quick and easy
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2010 by Shanna Sarr   view full review
Amazing dish. Husband loved it! He claimed it tasted even better left over the next day for lunch.

 

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