why make this recipe
This slow cooker Cajun shrimp and sausage dish cooks itself and gives big, warm flavors with little work. It is great for busy nights and for feeding a family. For another hearty sausage meal, see this sausage potato soup idea as well.
introduction
This recipe mixes shrimp, smoked sausage, peppers, and tomatoes in a slow cooker. You set it and forget it. If you like quick, cheesy dinners too, check the cheesy queso and rice recipe for another easy option.
how to make Slow Cooker Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
Use a slow cooker so the flavors blend and the shrimp stays tender. Add the ingredients, season, and let the cooker do the work. For site rules or notes, you can view the terms and conditions page.
Ingredients :
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
1 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
1 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooked rice, for serving
Crusty bread, for serving
Directions :
In a slow cooker, combine the shrimp, smoked sausage, onion, bell pepper, garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning. Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the shrimp is cooked through. Serve over rice or with crusty bread. This slow cooker method is like other simple slow recipes such as the cheesy queso and rice that use set-and-forget cooking.
how to serve Slow Cooker Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
Spoon the shrimp and sausage over hot cooked rice or ladle it into bowls with crusty bread on the side. For more serving ideas with sausage, you can look at the sausage potato soup for a different presentation.
how to store Slow Cooker Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
Cool the dish to room temperature within two hours. Put it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
tips to make Slow Cooker Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
- Use peeled and deveined shrimp to save prep time.
- Do not overcook the shrimp; they cook fast even in the slow cooker.
- Slice the sausage evenly so it cooks and heats through the same.
- Taste and add more Cajun seasoning at the end if you want more heat.
variation (if any)
- Make it milder by using half the Cajun seasoning.
- Add okra or corn for more vegetables.
- Swap chicken broth for seafood stock for a stronger seafood flavor.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: You can, but thawing first will give better texture and even cooking.
Q: Can I cook this on the stove instead?
A: Yes. Cook the sausage and vegetables in a pan, add tomatoes and broth, then add shrimp last and cook until pink.
Q: Is this spicy?
A: It has a Cajun kick. Reduce the Cajun seasoning to make it milder.
Slow Cooker Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
Ingredients
Method
- In a slow cooker, combine the shrimp, smoked sausage, onion, bell pepper, garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning.
- Season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the shrimp is cooked through.
- Serve over rice or with crusty bread.