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Forgotten Jambalaya Crockpot Recipe

This Forgotten Jambalaya Crockpot Recipe is a hands-off, flavor-packed dish that combines chicken, sausage, shrimp, rice, and bold Cajun spices in a slow cooker. It’s the perfect one-pot meal that lets you enjoy a rich and hearty Louisiana favorite without constant monitoring.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Resting time 10 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Cajun, Southern
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker (at least 6-quart capacity)
  • Large spoon (for stirring)
  • Sharp knife (for chopping ingredients)
  • Cutting board (for easy prep)
  • Measuring cups (for broth and rice)
  • Measuring spoons (for seasonings)
  • Can opener (for diced tomatoes)
  • Tongs (for handling shrimp)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups diced boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 lb smoked sausage sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes with juice
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ teaspoon hot sauce optional, for extra spice
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Ingredients: Dice the onion, bell pepper, celery, and mince the garlic. Cut the chicken breast into cubes and the sausage (chorizo or andouille) into rounds.
  • Slow Cooker Directions: Add chicken, sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the crockpot.
  • Add Seasoning & Liquids: Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, bay leaves, and hot sauce (if using). Stir everything together.
  • Cook on low: cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or until the chicken is tender.
  • Add the Shrimp & Rice: In the final 30 minutes of cooking, add the shrimp and the uncooked rice. Cook until the rice is cooked and the shrimp is pink and opaque.
  • Final Touches: Pull the bay leaves, stir everything through, and it'll be good to let it rest for 5–10 minutes to meld before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier jambalaya, increase the Cajun seasoning or hot sauce to taste.
  • If you prefer a thicker jambalaya, let it sit for 10–15 minutes after cooking to allow the rice to absorb more liquid.
  • Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
forgotten jambalaya crockpot recipe
forgotten jambalaya crockpot recipe
Enjoy this Forgotten Jambalaya Crockpot Recipe—a delicious, easy, and comforting meal perfect for any night of the week!
 
 
Keyword Cajun Jambalaya, Easy Jambalaya, Slow Cooker Jambalaya