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Weight Watchers Jambalaya

Angela Milnes
Enjoy all the flavors of a classic southern dish with this Weight Watchers Jambalaya! Packed with juicy shrimp, tender chicken, and spicy sausage, this lightened-up version is full of bold Creole flavors while being low in points. It's a hearty, satisfying meal that fits perfectly into a healthy eating plan!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Additional Time 0 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinners
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 270 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 сhicken breast
  • 450 grams Smoked beef sausages
  • 3 peppers
  • 1 onion
  • 2 celery stalks
  • 1 Jalapeno
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 6 Cups Chicken broth
  • ¼ Cups Flour
  • 230 Grams Tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 100 Grams Rice
  • 2 Bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoon Parsley
  • 400 Grams Shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Prepare all the ingredients for The Best Weight Watchers Jambalaya.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan or your Instant Pot, add the chopped chicken breast, and fry for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the sliced sausages to the pan with the chicken. Saute everything together for 5 minutes.
  • Add the chopped celery rings and mix.
  • Peel the onion, cut it into cubes, and add it to the saucepan. Mix well.
  • Then diced bell pepper and chopped jalapeno. Fry everything together for 6 minutes until the onion is transparent and the pepper is soft.
  • Add chopped garlic into the mixture.
  • Add flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Pour in the broth and bring to a boil over the stovetop, or if using an Instant Pot, pressure cook for 4 minutes.
  • Add tomato paste, all seasonings, bay leaf, and salt.
  • The Best Weight Watchers Jambalaya is now ready to be served. Enjoy your meal!

Notes

    Secret Spice Infusion: Elevate your jambalaya by grinding a pinch of coffee beans into your spice mix; the subtle bitterness enhances depth and richness in a unique, gourmet way.

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 19gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 112mgSodium: 1648mgPotassium: 790mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1126IUVitamin C: 63mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 3mg
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