Crock Pot Chicken Jambalaya

Bring the bold, zesty flavors of Louisiana straight to your kitchen with this Crock Pot Chicken Jambalaya recipe! Packed with tender pieces of chicken thighs, smoky sausage, and a medley of vegetables like bell peppers, celery, and garlic, this slow-cooked dish offers both heartiness and spice in every bite. The combination of Cajun seasoning, paprika, and thyme infuses the dish with an authentic Creole kick, while the long-grain rice absorbs all the flavorful juices for a perfectly textured meal. With just 20 minutes of prep, this one-pot wonder transforms into a soul-warming dinner as it simmers away in your crock pot. Top it off with fresh parsley and green onions for a vibrant finish, and don’t forget an optional dash of hot sauce for a touch of heat. Ideal for weeknight dinners or small gatherings, this easy-to-make jambalaya recipe is a crowd-pleasing classic designed to satisfy every craving for comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 12 oz Smoked sausage
• 1 Onion, diced
• 1 Green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes with juice
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Long grain white rice, uncooked
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0 Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and slice the smoked sausage into rounds.

Step 2

In the base of your crock pot, combine the diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces and smoked sausage to the crock pot.

Step 4

Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice and chicken broth.

Step 5

Stir in the rice, bay leaves, paprika, thyme, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 8

Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley. Add hot sauce for extra spice if desired.

Step 9

Serve the jambalaya warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2229.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2945.2

Total Fat 141.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 805.1mg	0%
Sodium 9829.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 194.8g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 410.3mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 3932.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.7%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 29.6%