Crockpot Jambalaya
Crockpot jambalaya is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of Louisiana to your kitchen. This one-pot meal features tender chicken, smoky andouille sausage, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all simmered together in a rich, spicy broth. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Let the aromas fill your home as you enjoy each comforting bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Green onions and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Chop the chicken, sausage, bell peppers, onion, and garlic into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant (3–5 minutes).
- Transfer sautéed onion and garlic to the crockpot. Add chicken, sausage, bell peppers, diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, rice, and Cajun seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Fluff gently with a fork before serving and garnish with chopped green onions and parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg