A delicious and easy recipe for Slow Cooker Jambalaya featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham, perfect for a comforting meal.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:6 hours
Total Time:6 hours 15 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Main Dish
Method:Slow Cooking
Cuisine:Creole
Diet:Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces turkey bacon
1 pound chicken ham
2 cups bell peppers, chopped
1 cup onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups long-grain rice
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups cooked shrimp (optional)
Instructions
In a slow cooker, combine the turkey bacon, chicken ham, bell peppers, onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, black pepper, and salt.
Stir everything together until well combined.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the rice is cooked.
If using shrimp, add it in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Once done, fluff the jambalaya with a fork and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spices based on your preference for heat.
You can add other proteins like sausage or chicken if desired.