Crock Pot Jambalaya

Dive into the flavors of Louisiana with this hearty and flavorful Crock Pot Jambalaya recipe, a perfect fusion of juicy chicken, smoky andouille sausage, and tender shrimp. Slow-cooked to perfection, this dish combines fresh veggies like green bell peppers, celery, and onions with the bold kick of Cajun seasoning for an authentic taste of the South. Long-grain white rice cooks directly in the flavorful broth, soaking up all the spices and juices, while a touch of thyme and a hint of garlic round out the profile. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the convenience of a crock pot, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve up a true one-pot wonder that's guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 12 ounces Andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 large Green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, sliced
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Uncooked long-grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
• 1 whole Bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, lightly brown the sliced andouille sausage for 2-3 minutes. Drain any excess fat, if needed.

Step 3

In the crock pot, combine the diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, green bell pepper, celery, onion, garlic, Cajun seasoning, thyme, and bay leaf.

Step 4

Add the diced chicken and browned sausage to the crock pot. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.

Step 6

After 4 hours, add the uncooked shrimp and rice into the crock pot. Stir gently to ensure the shrimp and rice are well distributed.

Step 7

Cover and continue cooking on LOW for an additional 30–40 minutes or until the rice is tender and fully cooked, and the shrimp is pink and opaque.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2760.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3202.9

Total Fat 112.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1511.5mg	0%
Sodium 10286.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 326.9g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 564.2mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 5356.4mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 40.6%

Carbs: 28.2%