All-Day Jambalaya: Slow Cooker Comfort in a Bowl

Slow Cooker Jambalaya is loaded with savory sausage, chicken, and shrimp. The dish is cooked gently to enhance the flavors. This satisfying meal just requires 10 minutes of preparation time.

One-pot dinners are the perfect option for busy nights!Simple yet tasty meals like shrimp creole, foil packages, and cajun alfredo can liven up any ordinary workday.

Simple Jambalaya Recipe for Slow Cooker

This slow cooker jambalaya is flavorful and satisfying, yet it requires very little effort to prepare! Our family's favorite slow cooker recipes are usually beef tips or honey garlic chicken, but this jambalaya is so good that we've begun making it often. The delicious scents of sausage and shrimp combine with the spices in a manner that is very alluring. With its rich, spicy, meaty, and juicy texture, I'm confident your family will like this meal and want for more!

Jambalaya doesn't have to be difficult to prepare. Just prepare the ingredients and mix them together, then set aside to allow the slow cooker do its magic.As an alternative, for a fast flavor boost, sauté the sausage with the onions and peppers before adding the items to the slow cooker. Either way, this recipe will save you a ton of time and effort. You can go about your day knowing that dinner will be exploding with flavor from New Orleans when you return. This dinner will undoubtedly be well-liked!

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Ingredients of Jambalaya Cooked Slowly

This collection of essential traditional cajun ingredients works well together. A variety of spices come together to provide a substantial, flavorful, and warm supper that is very excellent!

• Chicken Breasts: Boneless, skinless chicken cut into chunks will fit perfectly on your spoon.
• Andouille Sausage Links: I slice these into bite-sized pieces.
• Raw Shrimp: I like to use shrimp that is large, peeled and de-veined.
• Diced Tomatoes: Adds to the color and enhances the jambalaya’s sweet and salty flavor.
• Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Celery: These are the three essential flavors that can be found in almost any cajun dish.
• Chicken Broth: You need this liquid to cook your meat. I like using chicken broth because it adds a hint of savory flavor.
• Dried Thyme: Thyme pairs well with the tomato and adds a bit of a minty taste.
• Dried Oregano: Adds a bitter and earthy spice to balance out the flavors.
• Cajun Seasoning: This rustic and bold seasoning blend adds a punch of spice.
• Cayenne Pepper: Adds even more earthy and spicy flavors.

Making Jambalaya in a Slow Cooker

The quickest and simplest jambalaya to prepare, it will win over the whole family in no time. Simply combine all ingredients and let your slow cooker to work! The hardest part is really waiting for it to be finished since the cooking has an amazing scent!

• Combine Ingredients: Fill the slow cooker with all the ingredients (except the shrimp). After that, just stir to mix.
• Cook: After that, put the cooker on low for 7-8 hours (or high for 3–4), and add the shrimp for the last 15 minutes of cooking.
• Serve:Enjoy served over rice!

Easy Jambalaya Tips and Tricks

You may simply alter this recipe to suit your own preferences. These simple pointers and ideas can help you make the greatest jambalaya ever!

• Gumbo or Jambalaya: Gumbo differs from jambalaya in that it usually has a roux that is cooked to a rich, brown, flavorful state. including a stew, it has a higher liquid content and is packed with veggies including celery, onions, bell peppers, and okra. A classic rice meal called jambalaya is prepared in a single pot and has more meat than veggies.
• Brown Your Meat: Do this before adding it into your crock pot. Browned meat is traditionally a key flavor in jambalaya. Don’t skip this step if you want the most authentic flavor!
• Quality Sausage: Seasoned sausage is one of the most important parts of this recipe. A good quality sausage can really uplevel your jambalaya’s flavor.
• Using Other Meats: This dish is super versatile and changing up the meat will not interfere with the delicious results! Beef tastes great in this, too, so I also like to add in chuck roast. You can also add in crawfish or crab meat.
• Add Enough Spice: If you are planning on serving up your jambalaya with rice, make sure it is heavily seasoned! Rice tends to soak up flavor. Don’t be afraid to add in an extra dash of cajun seasoning!
• Add Garnish: For an extra pop of flavor, top your jambalaya with chopped green onions or parsley. It gives it an aromatic finish.
• Serve With:This is how jambalaya is traditionally served: over rice. To counterbalance the spicy taste with a sweet and creamy contrast, I also like serving it with homemade cornbread or corn casserole. Fried okra and hush puppies are two more of my favorite Southern sides!