Best 7 Slow Cooker Chicken And Sausage Jambalaya Recipes

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Slow cooker chicken and sausage jambalaya is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. This one-pot dish is packed with chicken, sausage, vegetables, and rice, all simmered together in a flavorful Cajun-inspired sauce. With its bold flavors and minimal effort, this jambalaya is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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

SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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Add something flavorful to your French cuisine night! Serve this chicken and sausage jambalaya dinner slow cooked to perfection.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
1 large green bell pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 medium stalks celery, chopped (1 cup)
2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 pound fully cooked Polish sausage links, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
1 package (14 ounces) instant long-grain rice

Steps:

  • Place onions, bell pepper and celery in 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Top with chicken; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Top with sausage, tomatoes and broth.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours or until juice of chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut.
  • Gently stir uncooked rice into chicken mixture. Cover and cook on low heat setting about 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Jambalaya will hold on low heat setting up to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg

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

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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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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

CHICKEN SAUSAGE JAMBALAYA



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Having a cousin who's a pork producer is a bonus when looking for great recipes. This slightly spicy entree turns out perfectly every time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup sliced green onion
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced green pepper
1/2 cup sliced sweet red pepper
1/2 pound fully cooked smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and paprika. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium-high heat until juices run clear. Remove chicken and set aside., In the same saucepan, saute the onions, celery and peppers over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Stir in the sausage, rice, garlic, cayenne, chicken and remaining salt and pepper. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Choose fresh vegetables, flavorful sausage, and tender chicken.
  • Don't overcrowd the slow cooker. Otherwise, the ingredients won't cook evenly.
  • Add the rice to the slow cooker uncooked. It will absorb the flavorful cooking liquid and cook perfectly.
  • If you want a thicker jambalaya, add more rice or use less liquid.
  • For a spicier jambalaya, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • Serve the jambalaya with your favorite toppings, such as green onions, chopped parsley, or hot sauce.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker chicken and sausage jambalaya is an easy and delicious meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken or sausage. With its flavorful combination of spices, tender chicken, and smoky sausage, this jambalaya is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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