Instant Pot Jambalaya | Shimp and Sausage Jambalaya

Do you love Jambalaya but hate how long it takes to make it? Make this Instant Pot Jambalaya recipe for an easy weeknight meal.

Why Make Jambalya In The Instant Pot?

• Fast. Forget spending hours to make a comfort meal. Make this in under 30 minutes with your Instant Pot.
• Easy.
• Flavorful. Loaded with sausage, peppers, shrimp and tons of spices for a meal that is far from boring.
• Authentic. This will remind you of your favorite dish from the French Quarter.

Ingredients To Grab

This recipe uses a few more ingredients than a lot of what you'll find on the blog, but I promise you it is well worth the extra shopping trip. Thankfully, most of the ingredients you'll need are spices and pantry staples.

Here's what you'll need:

• Shrimp. Uncooked, peeled, and deveined.
• Andouille sausage. If you have kielbasa, you can use those as well.
• Rice. I prefer Basmati, but any long-grain rice will work for this recipe.
• Celery. Adds a bit of color and bite to the recipe.
• Bell Pepper. Packs a load of flavor without making the jambalaya too spicy.
• Broth. I used seafood, but you can use any vegetable or chicken stock as well. It helps the pot come to pressure while adding more depth of flavor.
• Olive Oil.
• Onion.
• Garlic.
• Tomato Paste. Gives the traditional tomato-based addition to the recipe when combined with the broth.
• Cayenne. Kicks up the spice level in this jambalaya.
• Paprika. For color and a hint of smokiness.
• Oregano.
• Thyme.
• Worcestershire Sauce. Adds a little umami flavor to the dish.

How To Make Instant Pot Jambalaya

1. Start by setting your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Once it's hot, add the olive oil.
2. Add the sliced Andouille sausage to the Instant Pot and sauté for about 2-3 minutes, or until it starts to brown and release its flavors.
3. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, chopped celery, and diced bell pepper. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook and stir for an additional 2 minutes to toast the spices and develop flavor.
5. Add the Basmati rice to the pot and stir well to coat it with the tomato mixture.
6. Pour in the seafood broth and give everything a good stir to combine.
7. Cancel the sauté mode on the Instant Pot, and secure the lid in the sealing position. Set the Instant Pot to Manual (Pressure Cook) mode and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
8. Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for about 10 minutes. Then, manually release any remaining pressure.
9. Open the Instant Pot and add the raw shrimp. Stir them into the hot rice mixture. The residual heat will cook the shrimp. Close the lid for a few minutes to help the shrimp cook through. They should turn pink and opaque.
10. Once the shrimp are cooked, fluff the Jambalaya with a fork and serve hot.
11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and enjoy your homemade Instant Pot Jambalaya!

Tips and Tricks

• Use your favorite proteins. Prefer chicken or beef? Have a seafood allergy? You can still make a wonderful meal with a few modifications.
• Add more veggies. I love adding extra nutrition to any meal, so veggies are a great way to make this main course one that checks lots of family-friendly boxes.
• Make it low carb. Skip the rice and serve over riced cauliflower for a low carb option.
• Don't forget the spice. If you're familiar with Twosleevers recipes, you know that we LOVE spice. So double the cayenne and top with hot sauce.

How Long Does It Last?

One of the best things about this dish is that it is actually better leftover than it is made fresh. That gives the flavors time to meld and the rice to soak up all of the tasty renderings from the shrimp and sausage.

What To Serve With It

• Low Carb Bread. It's great for dipping and is a great way to have a filling side without adding even more carbs.
• Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts. While you put your Instant Pot to work, don't leave your air fryer out! Make an easy and delicious veggie to go with your main course.
• Air Fryer Corn on the Cob. The flavors of this dish remind me of my favorite shrimp and sausage boil. Corn is a familiar addition to such a yummy flavor combination.
• Zucchini. Want to take this comfort dish to the next level? Add in a little fried zucchini to the mix.
• Collard Greens with Ham. Nothing screams southern cooking like collard greens. Make a big batch of these for the ultimate meal.

Other Great Instant Pot Recipes

• Instant Pot Butter Chicken
• Chicken Tikka Masala
• Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti Squash
• Lamb Rogan Josh
• Mango Cheesecake

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