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Slow Cooker Jambalaya


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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 Servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Slow Cooker Jambalaya is a flavorful and hearty Creole dish made with tender chicken, smoky Andouille sausage, and juicy shrimp simmered in a rich tomato-based broth. Packed with bold spices, vegetables, and rice, this easy one-pot meal brings the taste of Louisiana straight to your table. Let the slow cooker do the work for a fuss-free, delicious dinner!


Ingredients

  • Base & Broth:

    • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
    • 1 (14.5-ounce) can beef broth
    • 1 (8-ounce) can tomato paste
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 2 teaspoons dried basil
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
    • 1/2 teaspoon Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning
    • 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetables & Protein:

    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
    • 2 celery ribs, chopped
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 lb Andouille sausage (or kielbasa), sliced
    • 2 chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
    • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Grains & Garnish:

    • 1 1/2 cups white rice
    • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Prepare Ingredients: Chop the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Slice the sausage and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Layer in the Slow Cooker: Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, bay leaves, basil, oregano, Creole seasoning, Tabasco, salt, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Stir well.
  • Add Vegetables & Meat: Stir in the chopped vegetables, sausage, and chicken.
  • Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  • Add Rice & Shrimp: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the shrimp and uncooked rice. Cook until shrimp are pink and rice is tender.
  • Finish & Serve: Remove bay leaves, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Rice Cooking Tip: For firmer rice, cook it separately and stir it in before serving.
  • Spiciness Level: Adjust heat by adding more cayenne or Tabasco.
  • Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze (without rice) for up to 3 months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Cajun