How to make the best Jambalaya in a crockpot, yes crockpot Jambalaya!

If you love Cajun style foods but don’t love all the work and time it takes to make it, you need to try this crockpot Jambalaya recipe! It’s so easy the ingredients come together in minutes, and then you are off to start your day. When you return home, the enticing aroma of the best crockpot Jambalaya will greet you! And best of all, dinner is ready to put on the table!

Recently, I’ve been having a love affair with my crockpot and I found that I could make all sorts of dinners that will ready when I get home. This is a lifesaver for a busy life.

Crockpot Jambalaya

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. smoked sausage cut in ½” pieces
• 2 cans fire roasted tomatoes
• 1 large onion, chopped
• Large green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain converted rice
• 2 stalks of celery sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• One tablespoon of dried parsley
• One teaspoon dried thyme
• Lb. of peeled uncooked Shrimp
• 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper, more or less depending on how spicy you like your Jambalaya
• ½” cup of tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• ¼ cup water

Instructions:

Mix all the ingredients together and place in the crockpot. Cover and cook 8-10 hours on low.

One hour before serving turn the crock pot to high and stir in the uncooked shrimp. Cover and cook until the shrimp are pink and tender.

This crockpot recipe is created by Bowdabra designer Crystal. Visit her at Make it easy crafts.  Crystal is known for easy crafts and family recipes that are tasty and quick to make!  Follow Crystal on Facebook, Twitter, G+, bloglovin, and pinterest

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