Get ready to transform your kitchen into a Louisiana flavor paradise with this mouthwatering Crockpot Cajun Smothered Potatoes with Sausage and Shrimp recipe! Imagine tender potatoes, juicy sausage, and succulent shrimp swimming in a bold, spicy sauce that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of New Orleans. This one-pot wonder is not just a meal; it's a culinary experience that combines convenience, incredible flavor, and the soul of Cajun cooking in every single bite.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 20 mins
Cuisine: Cajun
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 pound sausage, sliced
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping potatoes into 1-inch cubes, slicing sausage into half-moon shapes, peeling and deveining shrimp, and finely chopping onion and garlic.
- Generously coat the inside of your crockpot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Layer the diced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the crockpot, creating a solid base for the other ingredients.
- Sprinkle half of the Cajun seasoning over the potatoes, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Add sliced sausage on top of the seasoned potatoes, distributing pieces uniformly throughout the crockpot.
- Scatter chopped onions and minced garlic over the sausage layer to distribute aromatic flavors.
- Pour chicken broth slowly over the ingredients to provide moisture and help create a rich, flavorful sauce.
- Sprinkle remaining Cajun seasoning over the entire mixture, ensuring a robust and spicy flavor profile.
- Cover crockpot and set to low heat, allowing ingredients to cook and meld together for 5-6 hours.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, gently add peeled shrimp on top of the mixture, allowing them to steam and cook through.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully stir the ingredients to ensure even distribution of flavors and shrimp are fully cooked.
- Serve hot directly from the crockpot, using a large spoon to capture potatoes, sausage, shrimp, and the flavorful sauce.
Tips
- Choose the right potatoes: Opt for waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes that hold their shape during slow cooking.
- Customize your spice level: Adjust the Cajun seasoning to suit your heat tolerance. For a milder version, use less seasoning or choose a mild Cajun blend.
- Shrimp timing is crucial: Adding shrimp in the last 30 minutes prevents overcooking and keeps them tender and juicy.
- Enhance flavor depth: For an extra flavor boost, consider using andouille sausage instead of regular smoked sausage.
- Prep ahead: You can chop ingredients the night before and store them in the refrigerator to save morning preparation time.
- Serve with accompaniments: Pair this dish with crusty French bread or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Storage tip: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 250mg
