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Crockpot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Rice

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Crockpot Cajun chicken and sausage rice is an Southern inspired one-pot rice dish that is full of flavor. This hearty rice meal combines chicken, smoked sausage, the holy trinity, and Cajun seasoning. Made in the crockpot with uncooked rice, this easy recipe is perfect for a filling, fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
  • 12 ounces smoked sausage, diced
  • 1 cup white rice, rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup onion, diced
  • 1 large celery rib, sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or more)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon oil (for Instant Pot only)

Instructions

Slow Cooker

  1. Season the chicken with 2 tablespoons of the Cajun seasonings. Add the seasoned chicken, smoked sausage, rice, broth, garlic, onion, bell pepper, celery, bay leaf, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, thyme, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well. Pat down so all of the food is submerged in the broth. There should be enough broth to barely cover the food.
  2.  Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW 6 to 8.

Instant Pot 

  1. Add the rice, broth,  bell pepper, celery, onion, garlic, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the Instant Pot. Stir to mix well.
  2. Season the chicken with 2 tablespoons of the Cajun seasonings. Add the seasoned chicken to the slow cooker on top of the rice.
  3. Close lid the and seal the valve. Set to high pressure and cook for 10 minutes. When cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes then quick release any remaining pressure.

Notes

  • Different types of rice can have slightly different cook times as do slow cookers. Your rice may take longer or shorter to cook.

Find it online: https://fitslowcookerqueen.com/slow-cooker-cajun-chicken-sausage-rice/

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