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Easy Flavor-Packed Crockpot Jambalaya Recipe with Sausage and Shrimp for Perfect Dinner

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A comforting and easy crockpot jambalaya combining smoky sausage, tender shrimp, and classic Cajun spices for a flavorful, fuss-free meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and slightly crispy. Transfer the sausage to the crockpot.
  2. In the same skillet, add diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Transfer veggies to the crockpot.
  3. Into the crockpot, stir in 1 cup rinsed long-grain white rice, 2 1/2 cups chicken broth, and the can of diced tomatoes with juices. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 bay leaf, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently to blend flavors.
  5. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 3.5 to 4 hours until rice is tender and liquid mostly absorbed. Avoid lifting the lid too often.
  6. About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the peeled and deveined shrimp. Cover and cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 10-15 minutes.
  7. Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or green onions.

Notes

Brown the sausage before adding to the crockpot to enhance smoky flavor. Add shrimp near the end to keep it tender and juicy. Rinse rice to prevent mushiness. If jambalaya is too soupy near the end, leave lid off for 15 minutes to evaporate excess liquid. Adjust seasoning carefully as Cajun blends vary in saltiness.

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