Slow Cooker Southern Shrimp Boil
This slow cooker southern shrimp boil recipe is a comforting, hands-off seafood dinner made in the crockpot. Juicy shrimp, tender potatoes, sweet corn, and smoky sausage cook together with bold Southern seasoning for a cozy meal that feels like home 🦐💛
Equipment
- Slow cooker / crockpot
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 lb baby red potatoes halved
- 3 ears corn on the cob cut into chunks
- 12 oz smoked sausage sliced
Seasoning & Liquid
- 3 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
- 2 cups water or seafood broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
Instructions
- Build the Base: Place the halved potatoes and sliced smoked sausage into the bottom of the slow cooker so they cook evenly and soak up flavor.
- Layer Corn and Season: Add the corn on top of the potatoes and sausage, then sprinkle everything generously with Old Bay seasoning 🌽
- Add the Cooking Liquid: Pour in the water or seafood broth and add fresh lemon juice to help all the ingredients cook evenly.
- Slow Cook Until Tender: Cover and cook on low for 3.5–4 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender and the flavors are well blended.
- Add the Shrimp: Gently stir in the shrimp during the last 20–30 minutes of cooking and cook just until pink and tender 🦐
- Rest and Serve: Let the shrimp boil rest for a few minutes, then serve hot with lemon wedges and melted butter if desired 💛