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Slow Cooker Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya

A bold and hearty Louisiana-style rice dish made with tender chicken, smoky sausage, vegetables, and Cajun spices, all cooked effortlessly in the slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken cut into chunks
  • 12 oz andouille sausage sliced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes with juices
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Brown sausage in skillet and transfer to slow cooker.
  2. Add chicken and vegetables to slow cooker.
  3. Stir in tomatoes, broth, tomato paste, and seasonings.
  4. Cook on Low 5–6 hours or High 3–4 hours.
  5. Add rice during final 45–60 minutes and cook until tender.
  6. Remove bay leaves, garnish, and serve.

Notes

Add rice during the final cooking stage to prevent mushy texture. Adjust spice level to preference.