Mock Jambalaya

I love spicy food...therefore I love jambalaya.  Now, there are many "good" recipes out there on the internet, but since this site is all about "easy", I'll share two variations here.  Actually, we are having #1 for dinner tonight!

#1 Cheater Jambalaya:
1 box Zatarain's Jambalaya Mix (I told you I was cheating)
1 cup white rice + 2 cups water
1 can diced tomatoes
Meat: One or mixture of any - sausage, chicken, or shrimp (all cooked and chopped)

In large skillet or pan, combine mix (and all liquid required), rice, water, and tomatoes.  Bring to a boil, stirring often.  Turn heat down to medium low and cover.  Cook 10 minutes, then top with meat.  Stir, cover and cook another 10 minutes until rice is cooked and meat is hot.

#2 Easy Jambalaya:
2 cups white rice
2 cups water or broth
1 can diced tomatoes
Creole seasoning, as desired (I will use probably 1/3 cup, but I like things spicy!)
Meat: One or mixture of any - sausage, chicken, or shrimp (all cooked and chopped)

In large skillet or pan, combine rice, water, tomatoes and seasoning.  Bring to a boil, stirring often.  Turn heat down to medium low and cover.  Cook 10 minutes, then top with meat.  Stir, cover and cook another 10 minutes until rice is cooked and meat is hot.

*If you need to stretch this, more rice is a great way to do so, or you can also add canned red beans (drained and rinsed) at the same time you add the meat.

Cheers ~
Cheryl