Crock Pot Turkey Shrimp Creole

Dive into the bold, Southern-inspired flavors of Crock Pot Turkey Shrimp Creole—a satisfying one-pot meal that's as easy as it is delicious. This recipe combines lean ground turkey, tender shrimp, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onions, bell peppers, and celery, all slow-cooked in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. Seasoned with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, this dish delivers the perfect balance of smoky heat and savory depth. Best of all, the crock pot does the hard work, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over time. Served over hot cooked rice and garnished with fresh parsley, this hearty Creole-inspired dish is a weeknight dinner dream that will transport your taste buds straight to the bayou! Perfect for slow cooker enthusiasts, seafood lovers, and anyone looking to spice up mealtime with a healthy, protein-packed entrée.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 8 oz tomato sauce
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups hot cooked rice (to serve)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and transfer the turkey to the crock pot.

Step 2

In the same skillet, sauté the onion, green bell pepper, and celery for 4-5 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Transfer the vegetable mixture to the crock pot.

Step 3

To the crock pot, add the canned diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, chicken broth, bay leaf, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything to combine.

Step 4

Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4 hours. Stir occasionally to ensure the flavors are well combined.

Step 5

After 4 hours, add the shrimp to the crock pot. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes on low, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Step 6

Discard the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 7

Serve the Turkey Shrimp Creole over hot cooked rice. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Step 8

Enjoy your hearty and flavorful Crock Pot Turkey Shrimp Creole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3210.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2606.6

Total Fat 56.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1207.8mg	0%
Sodium 5171.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 294.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.2g
Protein 229.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 514.1mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 3360.4mg	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: 19.5%

Protein: 35.3%

Carbs: 45.2%