Description
This Slow Cooker Shrimp Boil is a flavorful, hands-off seafood feast perfect for a casual gathering. Packed with juicy shrimp, tender baby potatoes, sweet corn, and smoky sausage all simmered in a seasoned broth, this recipe delivers a classic boil taste with minimal effort using a slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood and Meat
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 pound smoked sausage (sliced into 1-inch pieces)
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 pound baby potatoes (halved)
- 2 ears of corn (shucked and cut into thirds)
- 1 onion (peeled and quartered)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon (sliced)
Seasonings and Liquids
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth or seafood broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Layer Ingredients: In the slow cooker, carefully layer the halved baby potatoes, corn pieces, sliced smoked sausage, quartered onion, minced garlic, and sprinkle the Old Bay seasoning evenly over the top to ensure robust flavor throughout.
- Add Liquid: Pour the chicken broth or seafood broth over the layered ingredients until the liquid just covers them, creating a flavorful cooking environment that will infuse the ingredients.
- Cook on Low: Cover with the lid and cook on the low setting for 4 to 5 hours, allowing time for the potatoes to become tender and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add Shrimp: About 30 minutes before serving, add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the slow cooker. Stir gently to submerge the shrimp in the broth, ensuring even cooking without breaking the delicate seafood.
- Continue Cooking: Replace the lid and continue cooking on low for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through but remain juicy and tender.
- Serve: Once cooked, carefully remove all ingredients from the slow cooker using a slotted spoon, transferring them to a large serving platter or bowl. Discard the lemon slices used during cooking.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top to add freshness and color. Serve the shrimp boil hot with extra Old Bay seasoning, lemon wedges, and melted butter on the side for dipping to enhance the classic flavors.
Notes
- Use peeled and deveined shrimp for best texture and flavor.
- Feel free to substitute chicken broth with seafood broth for a richer seafood taste.
- Adjust the amount of Old Bay seasoning according to your spice preference.
- Keep the shrimp addition at the end to prevent overcooking and ensure tenderness.
- This recipe works well with other seafood like crab legs or clams if desired.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.
