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Lightened-Up Slow Cooker Gumbo

Lightened-Up Slow Cooker Gumbo brings classic Louisiana comfort with a fresher twist. A dry-toasted flour roux deepens the flavor without excess oil, letting sweet peppers, onions, and Cajun spices shine alongside smoky chicken andouille and tender shrimp. It’s a hearty option perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings when you want bold, warming spices with a lighter feel.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook3 hrs 15 mins
  • Serves10
  • DifficultyMedium
Lightened-Up Slow Cooker Gumbo
  1. 1

    Heat a large heavy-duty skillet over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until it turns deep golden and smells toasty, 7 to 10 minutes. Reduce the heat if it browns too quickly. Transfer to a 6-quart slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Add the bell peppers, onion, oil, and garlic to the skillet; cook and stir until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker and stir to coat. Stir in the tomatoes, broth, sausage, Cajun seasoning, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

  3. 3

    Cover the slow cooker. Cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or on High for 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Stir in the shrimp; cook until opaque—on Low, about 30 minutes, or on High, about 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, place the riced cauliflower in a microwave-safe dish; cover and microwave until heated through, about 4 minutes, stirring halfway.

  5. 5

    Serve the gumbo over the cauliflower rice; sprinkle with parsley and season with black pepper.

About This Recipe

Lightened Up Slow Cooker Gumbo is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 3 hrs 45 mins, serves 10, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Andouille Chicken Sausage, Black Pepper, and Cajun Seasoning. Each serving provides about 231.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Lightened-Up Slow Cooker Gumbo?
It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Lightened-Up Slow Cooker Gumbo made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Andouille Chicken Sausage, Black Pepper, Cajun Seasoning, Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 14 is above.
What goes well with Lightened-Up Slow Cooker Gumbo?
Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Lightened-Up Slow Cooker Gumbo?
About 3 hrs 45 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 3 hrs 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 231.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Lightened-Up Slow Cooker Gumbo easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 5 steps.

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