This recipe takes the traditional pot pie to a whole new level with the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine. A savory filling of andouille sausage, chicken, shrimp, and vegetables is topped with a flaky pie crust, making it a perfect meal for cozy nights in.
Ingredients
- 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup rice
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pie crust
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet, brown the andouille sausage over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until vegetables are soft.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the mixture is thickened.
- Stir in the shrimp and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Pour the filling into a pie dish and top with the pie crust.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Jambalaya is a Creole and Cajun dish that originated in Louisiana.
The term 'pot pie' refers to a savory pie with a top crust only.
Cajun seasoning typically includes a mix of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, and thyme.