Easy Slow-Cooker Jambalaya

Servings:8 Servings Prep Time:20 minutes Cook Time:5 hours Ingredients • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 2-inch slices • 1 large onion, chopped • 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped • 3 stalks celery, chopped • 1 (28 oz.) can diced tomatoes with juice • 3 cloves garlic, chopped • 2 cups chicken broth • 1 tablespoon Cajun or Creole spice mix • 1 teaspoon dried thyme • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 pound extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined • 1 3/4 cups long-grain rice Amount Per Serving • sodium:621 mg • fiber:2 g • calories:457 • cholesterol:216 mg • protein:43 g • saturated fat:7 g • fat:22 g • carbohydrate:19 g Directions Combine chicken, sausage, onion, green pepper, celery, tomatoes, garlic, chicken broth, spice mix, thyme and oregano in a large (5-quart) slow cooker. Cook on low for 5 hours. Add shrimp and rice; raise heat to high and cook for 30 minutes more. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired. • Parsley, optional