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Slow Cooker Shrimp Boil

A delicious and easy shrimp boil featuring shrimp, smoked sausage, corn, and potatoes, all cooked in a flavorful broth, perfect for gatherings or family meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for best flavor.
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced Feel free to use different types of sausage.
  • 4 ears corn, cut in half
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning Can adjust to taste.
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 lemon, sliced For a fresh flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, combine the water, Old Bay seasoning, and salt.
  2. Add the potatoes and sausage to the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
  2. Add the corn and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  3. Finally, add the shrimp and lemon slices, and cook for another 15 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve hot directly from the slow cooker, ladling onto large platters.
  2. Consider adding crusty bread for dipping and provide lemon wedges and extra Old Bay seasoning on the side.

Notes

To store leftovers, let it cool completely and place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Gently reheat before serving. For added spice, consider red pepper flakes or hot sauce.