Name: Crockpot Shrimp Boil Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: PT-492119H7M5S
Total time: PT-492119H7M5S
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1.5 lb red skinned potatoes, cut in half; 3-4 ears sweet corn on the cob, shucked and cut into thirds; 1 onion, sliced; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 2 ropes andouille sausage, sliced 1-inch thick; 2 lbs raw jumbo shrimp, deveined with tails on & thawed; 4 cups chicken broth; 1-2 cups water, as needed; 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning; 2 tablespoons creole/cajun seasoning; 1 lemon, juiced; Chopped parsley, for topping

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Introduction

This Crockpot Shrimp Boil is a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for easy gatherings or weeknight dinners. Combining tender potatoes, smoky sausage, sweet corn, and juicy shrimp, all simmered with Cajun spices, it brings the classic seafood boil experience straight to your slow cooker.

A white bowl filled with a colorful mix of food, starting with golden-yellow corn cut into thick rounds placed in the center, surrounded by light orange shrimp with a glossy texture, and thick slices of brown sausage scattered evenly for a hearty look. Small round baby potatoes with a soft brown skin sit tucked between the shrimp and sausage, all lightly sprinkled with fresh green herbs. The dish rests on a woven mat on a white marbled surface, with lemon wedges to the side and a bottle of bright red hot sauce behind the bowl, next to a black slow cooker. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1.5 lb red skinned potatoes (cut in half)
2 ropes andouille sausage (sliced 1-inch thick)
3-4 sweet corn on the cob (shucked and cut into thirds)
1 onion (sliced)
5 garlic cloves (minced)
4 cups chicken broth
1-2 cups water (as needed)
2 tablespoons old bay seasoning
2 tablespoons creole/cajun seasoning
2 lbs raw jumbo shrimp (deveined with tails on & thawed)
1 lemon (juiced)
Chopped parsley (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Place the potatoes, sliced andouille sausage, corn pieces, sliced onion, and minced garlic at the bottom of your crockpot.
Step 2: Pour in the chicken broth and add 1 to 2 cups of water as needed to nearly cover the ingredients. Sprinkle in the old bay and creole/cajun seasonings. Stir gently to evenly distribute the spices.
Step 3: Cover and cook on Low for 5 to 6 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 4: About 30 to 60 minutes before serving, stir in the thawed raw shrimp. Cover and continue cooking until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, indicating they are fully cooked.
Step 5: Just before serving, stir in the fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley for a bright finish.

Tips & Variations

For an extra spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or increase the creole seasoning amount.
If you prefer, substitute andouille sausage with smoked kielbasa or chorizo for a different flavor profile.
Serve with crusty bread or cooked rice to soak up the flavorful broth.
Use frozen corn if fresh is unavailable, adjusting cook time slightly if needed.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove, adding a splash of water or broth to keep the shrimp moist. Avoid overcooking during reheating to prevent shrimp from becoming rubbery.

How to Serve

A black oval slow cooker filled with a colorful seafood boil sits on a white marbled surface. Inside, there are five bright yellow corn on the cob pieces positioned evenly around the dish. Scattered among them are plump shrimp with a light orange-pink and white color, some partially curled. There are also round slices of browned sausage mixed throughout, along with smaller chunks of light yellow potatoes. The ingredients are garnished with small bits of green herbs, adding a fresh touch. Two wooden pepper grinders are placed nearby, and a green leafy plant peeks from the top left corner. A folded blue and white striped cloth rests partially under the slow cooker. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes, but make sure to thaw the shrimp completely before adding them in the last 30-60 minutes of cooking. This ensures even cooking and the right texture.

Can I prepare this recipe without a crockpot?

While designed for a slow cooker, you can make a similar shrimp boil on the stovetop. Simmer the potatoes, sausage, corn, onion, garlic, broth, water, and seasonings until tender, then add shrimp last until cooked through.