Jambalaya For The Crock Pot Recipe

Dive into a flavor explosion with this effortless Crockpot Jambalaya recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken and shrimp simmer in a rich Cajun broth, creating a comforting and incredibly delicious meal that's ready in just 8 hours. No need to spend hours in the kitchen – let your slow cooker work its magic! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 490 mins
Calories 288.3 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 4.3 (136 Reviews)
Jambalaya For The Crock Pot

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Jambalaya For The Crock Pot

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How to Make Jambalaya For The Crock Pot

  1. Cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes, until lightly browned. This step adds extra flavor!
  3. In your crockpot, combine the browned chicken, 1 large onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, 2 cups chicken broth, and 1 bay leaf.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Add 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined) during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
  6. Stir in 1 cup long-grain white rice during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  7. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions (optional). Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

2g

Carbs

12g