Home / Recipe / Bulgur Jambalaya

Recipes

COSORI

Bulgur Jambalaya

20 Mins

Prep Time

30 Mins

cook Time

4

Servings
Bulgur Jambalaya Curated by: Chef Jackie
Bulgur Jambalaya

Cookware Used

5.0-Quart Rice Cooker

5.0-Quart Rice Cooker

If you like this, try out some similar recipes like: Seafood Paella, Air Fryer Butternut Squash Breakfast Hash

This recipe uses Cajun seasoning and fresh ingredients to put a low-glucose, high protein showstopper on the table. Even with bulgur wheat, this dish has all the essence of your classic jambalaya.

How to Pick Turkey Sausage

There are two types of turkey sausages: Kielbasa or smoked turkey sausage. Either will work just fine.

Ingredient Swaps

You can substitute the proteins for seafood, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Jambalaya is a flavorful classic, and this version adds a healthy twist. It’s packed with protein from turkey sausage, chicken, and bulgur, which can help support overall health, especially when it comes to weight and blood sugar management. Bulgur, a whole grain, is a type of complex carbohydrate and plant-based protein. Research has shown that eating more whole grains like bulgur over time may help lower blood sugar levels compared to eating refined grains.

The information contained in this recipe is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or dietary advice. The authors and publishers of this recipe are not responsible for any adverse reactions, health problems, or other consequences that may arise from the use of the recipe or ingredients contained herein. Readers are advised to use their own judgment and knowledge when preparing recipes, including considering any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or other health concerns they or those they are cooking for may have.

Nutritional information, where provided, is offered as a courtesy and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Readers should independently verify nutritional information if accuracy is critical.

This recipe is not intended to replace professional advice from a physician, registered dietitian, or other qualified healthcare professional. If you have any health concerns or questions about your diet, please consult with a qualified professional. The authors and publishers disclaim any liability for any adverse effects resulting from the use of the information provided in this recipe.

Try serving with: Chili Lime Shrimp Skewers

Ingredients

Scale 1x 2x 3x
Yield 4 Serving

Instructions

PAR-COOKING PROTEINS: 

  1. Cut chicken breast into 1 x 1-inch cubes, then season with one teaspoon of Cajun seasoning.
  2. Set Mode to Sauté, adjust time to 30 minutes, then tap Start
  3. Add extra-virgin olive oil into the preheated inner pot, then add the chicken and stir. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes or until all sides are browned. Remove from pot.
  4. Add sliced turkey sausage into the pot and stir. Cook for about 5 minutes or until slightly browned. Remove from pot.

SAUTÉ VEGETABLES: 

  1. Add onion, garlic, celery, bell pepper, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, bay leaf and remaining Cajun seasoning into the inner pot. Cook for about 10 minutes on Sauté or until the onions have softened. 

FINISHING THE DISH 

  1. Pour in the chicken broth, bulgur, tomato sauce, cooked chicken, and sausages. Stir well and cook for the remaining time while stirring often. 
  2. Set mode to Sauté, adjust time to 5 minutes, then tap Start. Stir the pot and let stand for 10 minutes after it is done cooking.
  3. Stir jambalaya from the bottom up. Serve warm and garnish with freshly ground black pepper and scallions.

Chef Tip: You can freeze portions and reheat.

Nutrition

SERVING SIZE: 1 CALORIES: 444 PROTEIN: 29 g CARBOHYDRATES: 43 g FAT: 17 g FIBER: 9 g SATURATED FAT: 3 g CHOLESTEROL: 71 mg SODIUM: 884 mg 

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION IS ONLY AN ESTIMATE. THE ACCURACY OF THE NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ANY RECIPE ON THIS SITE IS NOT GUARANTEED.

  • Instagram

    Did you make this recipe?

    Tag @cosoricooks on instagram and hashtag it #cookingwithcosori

Let us know what recipes you want to see added to our cookbook.