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Slow Cooker Chicken, Sausage, and Seafood Gumbo
A classic soul food gumbo made easy in the slow cooker, featuring a deep, chocolatey roux, tender chicken thighs, smoky andouille sausage, shrimp, crab claws, okra, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Perfect for beginners and packed with flavor, this recipe demystifies gumbo and delivers true Southern comfort.
IntermediateSouthern (Creole/Soul Food)Serves 8
Printable version with shopping checklist
Source Video
43m
Prep
4h 57m
Cook
41m
Cleanup
6h 21m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$46.30
Per serving:$5.79
Critical Success Points
- • Prepare Roux: Whisk constantly and control heat to avoid burning.
- • Add Seafood: Only add shrimp and crab in the last 30 minutes to prevent overcooking.
Safety Warnings
- • Roux gets extremely hot; use caution to avoid burns.
- • Handle raw poultry and seafood with care to avoid cross-contamination.
- • Be careful with crab shells when eating.
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