Shrimp and Sausage Boil

Name: Slow Cooker Shrimp and Sausage Boil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 3 h 30 min
Total time: 3 h 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cajun-inspired
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs baby potatoes; 1 large sweet onion, quartered; 4 ears of corn, broken into thirds; 14 oz andouille smoked sausage, sliced; 1 lemon, juiced and quartered; 2 cups chicken stock; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1 tbsp minced garlic with red chili pepper; 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning; 1 tsp shrimp and crab boil concentrate; 1.5 lbs large shrimp, deveined, tail-on; 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks); 2 tbsp minced garlic with red chili pepper; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp cumin; 1 tsp lemon pepper; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish; 1 crusty baguette, for serving

This slow cooker shrimp and sausage boil combines tender potatoes, sweet corn, andouille sausage, and succulent shrimp in a seasoned broth, finished with a rich Cajun garlic butter dipping sauce. It's a hands-off Southern classic that delivers restaurant-quality flavor without stovetop monitoring.

⚡Slow Cooker

🌍Cajun-inspired 🏷️Shrimp boil 🏷️Sausage boil 🏷️Slow cooker recipe Cajun

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🏷️Creole

🏷️Southern

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Total

3h 45m

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$38–$63

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs baby potatoes
1 large sweet onion, quartered
4 ears of corn, broken into thirds
14 oz andouille smoked sausage, sliced
1 lemon, juiced and quartered
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp minced garlic with red chili pepper
2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp shrimp and crab boil concentrate
1.5 lbs large shrimp, deveined, tail-on
1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
2 tbsp minced garlic with red chili pepper
1 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp cumin
1 tsp lemon pepper
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 lemon, juiced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnishoptional
1 crusty baguette, for serving

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Instructions

1
Place the baby potatoes, quartered sweet onion, and corn pieces into the insert of a large slow cooker.
2
Add the sliced andouille sausage.
3
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the ingredients, then toss the lemon wedges into the pot.
4
Pour in the chicken stock and melted butter.
5
Add the minced garlic with red pepper, Old Bay seasoning, and shrimp & crab boil concentrate.
6
Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 5-6 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
7
About 15-20 minutes before serving, add the shrimp to the slow cooker. Cover and continue to cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
8
While the shrimp cooks, prepare the Cajun garlic sauce. Melt 2 sticks of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
9
To the melted butter, add the minced garlic with red pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, lemon pepper, cayenne pepper, and the juice of one lemon. Stir to combine and let it simmer for a few minutes.
10
Transfer the finished shrimp boil to a large serving bowl. Garnish with fresh parsley.
11
Serve immediately with the Cajun garlic sauce on the side for dipping and slices of crusty baguette.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cut potatoes into even 1-inch pieces to ensure uniform cooking; uneven sizes lead to some potatoes remaining hard while others fall apart.
Toast the garlic and red chili pepper in the melted butter for 1–2 minutes before serving to deepen flavor and prevent raw garlic taste.
Reserve 1 cup of cooking broth before draining to thin the Cajun butter sauce if it's too thick for dipping.
Do not stir shrimp into the boil; gently fold it in at the end to prevent it from breaking apart.

Substitutions

Chicken stock → vegetable or seafood stock (maintains depth; seafood stock intensifies briny notes)
Old Bay seasoning → Cajun seasoning or creole seasoning blend (similar heat and spice profile)
Sweet onion → yellow or white onion (milder or sharper onion flavor; reduces sweetness slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently over low heat without microwaving shrimp.

Equipment

slow cooker (4–5 quart minimum)

Common Questions

When should I add the shrimp to avoid overcooking?

Add shrimp in the final 20–30 minutes of cooking on low, or the last 10 minutes on high. Shrimp cooks quickly and becomes rubbery if overcooked; it's done when pink and firm.

Can I make this boil ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the slow cooker base with potatoes, sausage, corn, and broth up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate. Cook as directed, adding shrimp only at the end.

What can I substitute for andouille sausage?

Kielbasa, smoked chorizo, or spicy Italian sausage work well. Adjust seasoning to taste since other sausages may differ in heat and smokiness.

How do I store leftovers?

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on low heat; do not microwave shrimp as it dries out.

Can I scale this recipe up for a crowd?

Yes. Double the ingredient amounts and use a large slow cooker (6–7 qt). Cooking time remains the same; check potatoes for doneness and adjust shrimp timing accordingly.