Best 6 Cooking For Two Slow Cooker Creole Jambalaya Recipes

Cooking a delightful and flavorful meal for two in a slow cooker is a fantastic way to savor the authentic flavors of creole jambalaya. This delectable dish combines succulent shrimp, tender chicken, aromatic vegetables, fragrant spices, and a rich tomato-based sauce, all simmered together in a slow cooker to create a hearty and comforting meal. With minimal effort and a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy an authentic creole jambalaya that's packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy dinner for two.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CROCK POT JAMBALAYA

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While I haven't yet tried this crock pot dish, it sounds wonderful. If you try it before me, pls let me know how it is!

Provided by Lennie

Categories Pork

Time 9h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 medium celery ribs, chopped (about 1 cup)
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups smoked sausage, chopped fully cooked
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce
3/4 lb medium shrimp, uncooked peeled deveined, thawed if frozen

Steps:

Mix all ingredients except shrimp in slow cooker.
Cover and cook on Low setting for 7 to 8 hours (or High setting for 3 to 4 hours), or until vegetables are tender.
Stir in shrimp; cover and cook on Low setting about 1 hour or until shrimp are pink and firm.
Serve with rice.

CREOLE JAMBALAYA

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Jambalaya is a traditional Louisiana dish, coming from our Spanish and French culture. Rice is the main ingredient, with different meats or seafood mixed in. I particularly like this variation with shrimp and ham. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 cup water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds fresh or frozen uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, saute the onion, celery and green pepper in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the next 9 ingredients; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 25 minutes. , Add shrimp and parsley; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 7-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 974mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

COLLEEN'S SLOW COOKER JAMBALAYA

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This recipe came about from a lot of experimenting over the years. My family and friends like this version the best. Serve over cooked rice.

Provided by Colleen Murtaugh

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Jambalaya Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 pound frozen cooked shrimp without tails

Steps:

In a slow cooker, mix the chicken, sausage, tomatoes with juice, onion, green bell pepper, celery, and broth. Season with oregano, parsley, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and thyme.
Cover, and cook 7 to 8 hours on Low, or 3 to 4 hours on High. Stir in the shrimp during the last 30 minutes of cook time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 98.9 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 687.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SLOW-COOKER CREOLE JAMBALAYA (COOKING FOR 2)

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Here's classic Creole flavorful cooking just for two.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 7h40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped celery
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with green pepper and onion, undrained
1/2 cup chopped fully cooked smoked sausage
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 drops red pepper sauce
6 ounces uncooked peeled deveined medium shrimp, thawed if frozen
1 cup hot cooked rice

Steps:

In 2 1/2- to 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except shrimp and rice.
Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until vegetables are tender.
Stir in shrimp. Cover and cook on low heat setting about 30 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1760 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER JAMBALAYA

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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 7h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 pound andouille sausage, diced
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon hot sauce
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pound frozen peeled and cooked shrimp, thawed
2 cups cooked rice

Steps:

In a slow cooker, combine chicken, sausage, tomatoes, onion, green pepper, celery, and chicken broth. Stir in oregano, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, bay leaves, and thyme.
Cover, and cook on LOW for 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 hours. Stir in the thawed shrimp, cover and cook until the shrimp is heated through, about 5 minutes. Discard bay leaves and spoon mixture over cooked rice.

CREOLE JAMBALAYA STEW

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This jambalaya stew is a favorite every year for Lenten soup suppers at church...

Provided by Suebee

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Jambalaya Recipes

Time 5h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 medium onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 large green bell pepper, coarsely chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
½ pound andouille sausage, sliced
½ pound turkey kielbasa, sliced
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

Place chicken broth, tomatoes, onions, celery, bell pepper, garlic, and Creole seasoning in the bottom of a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on High for 4 to 5 hours, or Low for 8 to 10 hours.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat during the last 50 minutes of cooking time. Add andouille sausage and turkey kielbasa to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir sausage and rice into the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on High for 30 minutes. Stir in shrimp and continue to cook until rice is tender and shrimp are just opaque in the centers, 10 to 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 121.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1108 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and tools ready to go. This will help you stay organized and reduce the risk of mistakes.
Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your dish. Whenever possible, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Don't Overcrowd the Slow Cooker: When adding ingredients to the slow cooker, make sure not to overcrowd it. This will prevent the food from cooking evenly.
Cook on Low and Slow: The key to cooking a successful slow cooker meal is to cook it on low and slow. This will help the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender.
Don't Lift the Lid: Once you have added all of the ingredients to the slow cooker, don't lift the lid until the cooking time is complete. Lifting the lid will release the heat and slow down the cooking process.
Use a Meat Thermometer: To ensure that your meat is cooked to the desired doneness, use a meat thermometer. Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the meat and cook until it reaches the desired temperature.

Conclusion:

With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a delicious and flavorful Creole Jambalaya in your slow cooker. This dish is perfect for a busy weeknight meal or a weekend gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!