Best 8 Simple Slow Cooker Jambalaya Recipes

Welcome to the world of flavors and spices with our guide to creating a simple and delicious Slow Cooker Jambalaya. As the aroma of Cajun cuisine fills your kitchen, you will embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Louisiana. This one-pot meal combines the best of hearty and comforting flavors, making it an easy and satisfying dish for any occasion. In this comprehensive guide, we will unveil the secrets to crafting an unforgettable Jambalaya that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and let us embark on a delightful cooking adventure together.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SIMPLE SLOW COOKER JAMBALAYA

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Chicken, sausage and shrimp simmered with rice & veggies for a one-pot meal that's perfect for family gatherings.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®

Time 4h49m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
1 (12 ounce) package mirepoix (diced celery, carrots and onions)
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups Swanson® Chicken Broth
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups converted long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Combine chicken, sausage, mirepoix mix, diced tomatoes, bell pepper, garlic, Swanson® Chicken Broth, Cajun seasoning, thyme, and oregano in a slow cooker. Cook on High until chicken is tender, 4 to 5 hours. Stir occasionally. During the last 30 minutes, add rice and shrimp; stir to combine. Turn off slow cooker.
Let stand, covered, for at least 15 minutes to allow rice to absorb most of the remaining liquid. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 122.9 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 843.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

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 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.

SLOW-COOKED JAMBALAYA

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-Sherry Huntwork, Gretna, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 6h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, sliced
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/3 cup tomato paste
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups cooked rice

Steps:

In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until chicken is no longer pink., Stir in shrimp and rice. Cover and cook 15 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER JAMBALAYA

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Jambalaya is a Creole dish, inspired by both French and Spanish cuisines. Served in the south (especially Louisiana!) and filled with both shrimp and andouille or smoked sausage, it packs on the flavor as a perfect dinner option year-round. This slow-cooker version only takes 15 minutes to prep, and the flavors simmer together for hours, making this recipe a must-try for any Cajun food lover.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
2 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 cup)
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups chopped fully cooked smoked sausage
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 pound uncooked peeled deveined medium shrimp, thawed if frozen
4 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

In 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except shrimp and rice.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours (or High heat setting 3 to 4 hours).
Stir in shrimp. If needed, reduce heat setting to Low; cover and cook on Low heat setting about 1 hour longer or until shrimp are pink and firm. Serve jambalaya with rice. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 710 mg

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.

MEATY SLOW-COOKED JAMBALAYA

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Sure makes life easy having this tasty dish stashed away in the freezer! Another plus, you throw it all in the slow cooker-no skillet necessary. -Diane Smith, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 7h40m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, sliced
1/2 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked andouille or other spicy chicken sausage links
2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 13 ingredients. Place chicken and sausage in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Pour tomato mixture over top. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 7-9 hours., Stir in shrimp. Cook, covered, until shrimp turn pink, 15-20 minutes longer. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKED JAMBALAYA RECIPE BY TASTY

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Here's what you need: tomatoes, chicken stock, tomato paste, bay leaves, dried basil, dried oregano, Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning, salt, worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, black pepper, medium red onion, green bell pepper, celery ribs, okras, jalapeñoes, garlic, andouille sausage, chicken breasts, shrimp, white rice, fresh parsley

Provided by Jacob Sanchez

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

2 tomatoes, diced
12 oz chicken stock
1 can tomato paste
4 bay leaves
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, replace with 2 tsp of reaper pepper for extra spice
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 celery ribs, sliced
4 okras, sliced
2 jalapeñoes, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
2 chicken breasts, cubed
1 lb shrimp, peel and deveined
1 ½ cups white rice, cooked according to package directions
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

Combine all ingredients (excluding shrimp) in an 8 qt slow cooker.
Stir well until fully mixed, then cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5 hours.
Add shrimp and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
Stir in cooked rice and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 10 grams

Tips:

To make the jambalaya spicier, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder. If you don't like spicy food, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper or omit it altogether.
If you don't have andouille sausage, you can substitute another type of smoked sausage, such as kielbasa or chorizo.
To make the jambalaya vegetarian, omit the sausage and add more vegetables, such as bell peppers, carrots, and celery.
If you don't have a slow cooker, you can make this jambalaya on the stovetop. Just cook the sausage, vegetables, and rice in a large pot over medium heat until the rice is cooked through.
Serve the jambalaya with your favorite toppings, such as green onions, cilantro, and hot sauce.

Conclusion:

This Simple Slow Cooker Jambalaya is a delicious and easy recipe that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great recipe for a party or potluck. The jambalaya is flavorful and satisfying, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy meal, give this Simple Slow Cooker Jambalaya a try.