Easy Crock Pot Shrimp Creole
Bring the bold and zesty flavors of Louisiana straight to your home with this Easy Crock Pot Shrimp Creole recipe, a stress-free twist on a Southern classic! Bursting with juicy shrimp, vibrant vegetables, and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with Cajun or Creole seasoning, this dish offers the perfect balance of spice and comfort. Simply sauté the veggies, load everything into your slow cooker, and let it simmer to perfection while you go about your day. Ready in just a few steps and made with pantry-friendly ingredients like canned tomatoes and chicken broth, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it over fluffy white or hearty brown rice for a satisfying meal that'll transport your taste buds to the heart of New Orleans.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Shrimp, raw and peeled (medium or large)
- 28 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned)
- 8 ounces Tomato sauce
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks Celery, chopped
- 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 whole Bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon Cajun or Creole seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Cooked white or brown rice (for serving)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the vegetables by chopping the green bell pepper, celery, yellow onion, and mincing the garlic.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables (green bell pepper, celery, onion) and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 3: Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot. Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, bay leaf, Cajun or Creole seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. If you want a bit of extra heat, add the optional hot sauce.
Step 4: Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients. Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to low heat. Cook for 3–4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 5: After 3–4 hours, add the raw, peeled shrimp to the crock pot. Stir gently to ensure the shrimp is evenly distributed. Cover again and cook for an additional 20 minutes on low heat, or until the shrimp is pink and fully cooked.
Step 6: Taste the Creole sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or hot sauce, if desired.
Step 7: Remove the bay leaf and discard. Serve the Shrimp Creole hot over cooked white or brown rice. Enjoy your easy and delicious meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 920 mg | 307% | |
| Sodium | 6716 mg | 292% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.4 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.2 g | ||
| Protein | 158.9 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 633 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 5123 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
