Creole Chicken and Sausage
A simple and hearty slow cooker dish that combines flavorful sausage, juicy chicken, and the classic Creole holy trinity for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage (such as andouille) Feel free to use any smoked sausage on sale.
- 1 pound chicken thighs Thighs are preferred as they don't dry out.
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped Use a mix of colors for the best flavor.
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning Use store-bought or homemade.
- 1 leaf bay leaf Optional, for added flavor.
- to taste salt and pepper
For Serving
- 3 cups white rice To serve with the dish.
- to taste parsley, chopped For garnish, optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces.
- Optionally, sear the sausage in a skillet for extra flavor.
- Cut the chicken into large chunks.
- Prepare the holy trinity: chop the bell peppers, celery, and onions.
- Add the garlic, diced tomatoes, Creole seasoning, and chicken broth to the slow cooker.
- Add the chopped sausage and chicken to the slow cooker.
- Toss in a bay leaf if desired.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking
- Cover and set the slow cooker to low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Stir the contents occasionally, and taste before serving.
- Shred the chicken into smaller pieces if preferred before serving.
Serving
- Serve hot over white rice, sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Leftovers are great for lunch. Can be made ahead as a freezer meal. Cooked sausage and chicken can also be kept in the freezer for convenience.