Savory Crock Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya
This delicious and hearty Crock Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya is a perfect blend of spices, succulent shrimp, and flavorful sausage, creating a comforting one-dish meal that your family will love. Inspired by traditional New Orleans cuisine, this modified version allows for easy preparation and cooking in the slow cooker. Packed with a medley of vegetables, tomatoes, and aromatic seasonings, this recipe highlights the rich, robust flavors of jambalaya while being simple enough for any night of the week. With the use of instant rice, you'll love how quickly and easily you can prepare this dish, making dinner a breeze!
8
Servings
312
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
Onions
2 medium (coarsely chopped)
Celery
2 stalks (sliced)
Green Pepper
1/2 (seeded and diced)
Red Pepper
1/2 (seeded and diced)
Whole Tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can (with juice)
Tomato Paste
1/4 cup (none)
Garlic Cloves
3 (minced)
Dried Parsley
1 teaspoon (none)
Dried Thyme
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Olive Oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Soy Sauce
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Cayenne Pepper
1/8 teaspoon (none)
Chicken or Beef Bouillon Granules
1 tablespoon (none)
Rice
1 cup (uncooked)
Sausage
2 cups (diced)
Shrimp
1 lb (shelled and cleaned (fresh or thawed frozen))
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped onions, celery, green and red peppers, whole tomatoes (with juice), tomato paste, minced garlic, dried parsley, thyme, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, cayenne pepper, and bouillon granules. Stir well to blend all the ingredients.
2
Transfer the mixture into the crock pot, and add the uncooked rice. Ensure all rice is submerged in the mixture for even cooking.
3
Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 7 to 9 hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
4
Around the halfway mark, add the diced sausage to the pot. Stir gently to combine, making sure the sausage is distributed evenly.
5
About 60 minutes before serving, increase the heat to high. Add the thawed shrimp to the pot, gently folding them into the jambalaya. Cover again and cook until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked, typically 30 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Information
9.4g
Fat
37.5g
Carbs
18.75g
Protein
1.88g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Crock Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya?
It is a hearty one-dish meal inspired by New Orleans cuisine that combines shrimp, sausage, vegetables, and rice in a slow cooker.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 312 calories.
How long does the jambalaya need to cook in the crock pot?
It cooks on low for 7 to 9 hours, with additional time at the end on high for the shrimp.
What type of rice is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of uncooked rice, specifically optimized for easy preparation in the slow cooker.
Can I use fresh or frozen shrimp?
Yes, you can use either fresh or thawed frozen shrimp that have been shelled and cleaned.
When should I add the sausage to the crock pot?
The diced sausage should be added around the halfway mark of the 7 to 9 hour cooking period.
When do I add the shrimp?
Add the shrimp about 60 minutes before you plan to serve, after increasing the crock pot heat to high.
How long do the shrimp take to cook?
The shrimp typically take 30 to 45 minutes to turn pink and fully cook on high heat.
What vegetables are included in this jambalaya?
The recipe includes onions, celery, green peppers, and red peppers.
What kind of tomatoes are used?
The recipe uses one 14-ounce can of whole tomatoes with their juice.
Does this recipe contain garlic?
Yes, it requires 3 minced garlic cloves.
Is this jambalaya spicy?
It has a mild kick from 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, which can be adjusted to taste.
What seasonings are used?
Seasonings include dried parsley, dried thyme, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and cayenne pepper.
Do I need to cook the rice before putting it in the crock pot?
No, you add 1 cup of uncooked rice directly into the mixture.
What type of bouillon is recommended?
You can use either chicken or beef bouillon granules.
How much fat is in each serving?
There is approximately 9.4g of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides about 18.75g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 37.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much fiber does this dish contain?
Each serving contains 1.88g of fiber.
What is the purpose of the tomato paste?
The 1/4 cup of tomato paste helps thicken the sauce and adds a concentrated tomato flavor.
How should the onions be prepared?
The 2 medium onions should be coarsely chopped.
What amount of shrimp is needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of shrimp.
How much sausage is used?
You will need 2 cups of diced sausage.
Do I need to add oil to the recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Can I leave the rice on top of the mixture?
No, you must ensure all rice is submerged in the liquid mixture for even cooking.
What size should the peppers be?
The recipe calls for 1/2 of a green pepper and 1/2 of a red pepper, both seeded and diced.
Is there soy sauce in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of soy sauce is added for extra depth of flavor.
How much Worcestershire sauce is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
Is this recipe considered southern cuisine?
Yes, it is inspired by traditional New Orleans jambalaya, a staple of southern cuisine.