This Jambalaya Foil Packet Dinner Recipe is about 30 minutes start to finish and so delicious! Whether you make it on the grill or in the oven, your family will love this recipe.
I’m so happy to be partnering with Jennie-O to bring you this great easy dinner!
Jambalaya Foil Packet Ingredients
Though this is not a traditional jambalaya, it is reminiscent of those flavors. It comes together so easily that I think you will be really happy with this grilling take on it.
- Andouille Sausage
- Onion
- Red & Green Bell Pepper
- Celery
- Cajun Seasoning
- Instant Rice
- Chicken Broth
Homemade Cajun Seasoning
I have several seasoning recipes on my blog, and I love them all. They are much better than what you buy in the store and I have the amounts to make a little or a lot.
My Cajun Seasoning is no exception. One of the things I love about it is that you can adjust the spiciness. So if you have little ones who are sensitive to heat, that is a great option.
How To Make a Foil Packet
- Place all of the foil pieces shiny side up and spray them with cooking spray.
- Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Divide them amongst the foil pieces.
- Fold the longest sides of the foil up on itself and then fold down several times.
- Now fold in the edges. (You can see this done in the video below.)
Do I Need to Use Instant Rice
This recipe does require that you use instant rice. I realize that many people don’t keep that on hand, but if you don’t, your rice won’t fully cook.
Make In the Oven
This recipe can be made either on the grill or in the oven. Great news!
To make in the oven
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
- Place the foil packets on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
Other Easy Grilling Recipes
If you are on the prowl for more easy dinners try some of these:
If you make this recipe or any of my other recipes please leave me a comment and let me know what you think!
Jambalaya Foil Packet Dinner Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound Jennie-O andouille sausage sliced
- 1/2 yellow onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 2 ribs of celery diced
- 3 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 1 cup instant rice (Read about why you need to use Instant Rice)
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven or grill to 400 degrees. (See how to make this in the oven.)
- Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
- Place five square pieces of foil on the counter and spray the centers with cooking spray. Divide the mixture among them. Fold up two sides of the foil and fold over. Then curl both ends in to make a seal packet. Place directly on the grill, or on a baking sheet in the oven.
- If grilling, turn over half way through grilling.
- Cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until the rice is soft.
Brooke says
Can you use chicken in it also?
I haven’t tried that, so you might need to fiddle with cooking times a little to make sure it gets cooked through.
Amy says
What is turkey kielbasa? Not heard of that before! Could this work with chorizo?
It’s a product sold by Jennie-O. You could definitely use another type of Kielbasa or a pre cooked chorizo.
Connie Kesterson says
I have used turkey smoked sausage for a few years now. It’s not so greasy and I think it has a better taste! Give it a try. Also it’s cheaper!
Latasha says
I made this for the first time and I love it!! I’m pregnant so no fuss meals are great. This was perfect and I’ll definitely be making it again.
That is so great to hear Latasha!
Jenny says
Could you make up the packets ahead of time and freeze them?
I wouldn’t recommend that, Jenny.
Heidi Arendt says
Do you know what the calorie content would be?
Sorry, Heidi, it’s in there now!
Matt says
I want to try this but I feel like it would need a higher temperature and longer cooking time. Am I crazy?
Matt, this recipe works great if you follow the steps listed. One person didn’t think it was enough liquid, but also made it in a casserole dish and not foil packets. I hope you give it a try!
Sue says
Our family loves this recipe. I have made it several times. It’s becoming a go to easy recipe. My son asked me to make extra seasoning to have in the house. ♥️♥️♥️
I’m so glad!
Catherine Williams says
Instead of four packets, can I put all the ingredients in a large foil pan and bake it?
I would put it in a 9 by 13 inch baking dish, covered with foil.
Ann says
I made this recipe and it was so good. I had some frozen cooked shrimp in the freezer so I added a small handful into each foil packet. It was perfect! I also used Kielbasa from Omaha Steaks instead of the Jennie O sausage. My Husband said this recipe was a keeper Thank You Lisa
You’re welcome! I love that addition of shrimp!
Elizabeth says
Oh my goodness – this was delicious!!! My family isn’t huge on spicy, but we all devoured this even though there was quite the kick. My husband and daughter tempered the heat with a little sour cream, but I ate it as is and it was aMAYzing!
I’m so happy you enjoyed it despite the spice! In the future, you might consider making your own Cajun seasoning and tampering down the heat in it using this recipe: Cajun Seasoning.