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Slow Cooker Cajun Shrimp Boil

All the spicy goodness of a shrimp boil in the ease of a slow cooker!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, cajun
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs red new potatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 ears fresh corn, husked and quartered
  • 2 Tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne (optional)
  • 2 lbs large shrimp, tails on
  • 4 Tbsp butter, melted
  • 2 Tbsp parsley, chopped

Method
 

  1. Cut larger potatoes in half, should be bite size. Place potatoes in 6 or 7 quart slow cooker.
  2. Add chicken broth.Top with sausage and sprinkle on the Old Bay seasoning and cayenne (optional). Add the corn quarters on top. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours, 3 to 4 hours on high, or until the corn and potatoes are tender.
  3. Turn the slow cooker to high and gently add the shrimp and stir into mixture. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque.
  4. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the meats and veggies to a large bowl or serving
    container. Drizzle some of the cooking liquid over the top.
  5. Combine the melted butter and parsley and drizzle over the top and toss gently. Serve with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce.