28 Crockpot Seafood Recipes to Savor & Simplify Dinner

You know those evenings when you’re juggling a thousand things, and the last thing on your mind is a complicated dinner? That's where the magical crockpot steps in. It's my go-to kitchen gadget for creating mouthwatering meals with minimal effort, and nothing excites me more than discovering new seafood dishes to throw in it.

From shrimp and scallops to fish and crab, there’s something incredible about the flavors of the ocean slow-cooked to perfection. Dive into these “28 Crockpot Seafood Recipes to Savor & Simplify Dinner,” and get ready to enjoy effortless, delicious meals that feel like a culinary escape – even on the busiest of weeknights.

1. Slow Cooker Shrimp Scampi

I love how simple yet flavorful this Shrimp Scampi is.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup white wine
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked pasta or rice for serving

Instructions:

1. Place the shrimp in the crockpot.
2. Mix melted butter, garlic, chicken broth, white wine, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Pour the mixture over the shrimp.
4. Cook on low for 1 to 2 hours or until the shrimp are opaque.
5. Serve over cooked pasta or rice.

2. Crockpot Lobster Bisque

A creamy, dreamy bisque that feels so luxurious.

Ingredients:

• 2 lobster tails, chopped
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup seafood stock
• 1/4 cup dry sherry
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours.
3. Blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
4. Serve hot with crusty bread.

3. Slow Cooker Fish Tacos

Fish tacos are always a hit, and this version is so easy.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound white fish fillets (like tilapia or cod)
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Tortillas for serving
• Toppings: shredded cabbage, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Place the fish fillets in the crockpot.
2. Mix salsa, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, then pour over fish.
3. Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
4. Serve in tortillas with desired toppings.

4. Seafood Paella

A crockpot version of the classic Spanish dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, clams, squid)
• 1 cup arborio rice
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except parsley in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
3. Stir well before serving.
4. Garnish with fresh parsley.

5. Creamy Seafood Chowder

A comforting bowl of creamy goodness.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups seafood mix (shrimp, scallops, fish)
• 2 cups potatoes, diced
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients except heavy cream to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
3. Stir in the heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
4. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

6. Crockpot Crab Dip

Perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lump crab meat
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped chives for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix together all ingredients except crab and chives in the crockpot.
2. Gently fold in the crab meat.
3. Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours or until hot and bubbly.
4. Serve with crackers or bread, garnished with chives.

7. Slow Cooker Jambalaya

A hearty, spicy meal that’s packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup rice
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot, except for shrimp.
2. Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours.
3. Add shrimp in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
4. Stir well and serve hot.

8. Seafood Mac and Cheese

A rich and decadent twist on a classic.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces crab meat
• 2 cups cooked pasta
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine milk, heavy cream, and garlic in the crockpot.
2. Stir in cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
3. Add cooked pasta, shrimp, and crab meat.
4. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours.
5. Stir well before serving hot.

9. Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp

A quick and easy recipe that’s bursting with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place shrimp in the crockpot.
2. Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour mixture over shrimp.
4. Cook on low for 1 to 2 hours or until shrimp are cooked through.
5. Serve with rice or pasta.

10. Slow Cooker Clam Chowder

A New England classic made effortly.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans clams, drained and chopped
• 2 cups potatoes, diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients except heavy cream and butter to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
3. Stir in heavy cream and butter during the last 30 minutes.
4. Serve hot with oyster crackers.

11. Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp

A flavorful dish with just the right amount of spice.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon red curry paste
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place shrimp in the crockpot.
2. Mix together coconut milk, red curry paste, garlic, fish sauce, ginger, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour mixture over shrimp.
4. Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours.
5. Serve over rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.

12. Garlic Butter Scallops

Melt-in-your-mouth scallops with a garlic butter sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound scallops
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place scallops in the crockpot.
2. Mix butter, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour mixture over scallops.
4. Cook on low for 1 to 2 hours or until scallops are cooked through.
5. Serve with rice or pasta.

13. Slow Cooker Cioppino

A hearty Italian-American seafood stew.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, fish, crab)
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 2 cups seafood stock
• 1 cup white wine
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except seafood in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
3. Add seafood in the last 30 minutes.
4. Stir well and serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

14. Cajun Crawfish Boil

Bring a taste of Louisiana to your dinner table.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds crawfish, rinsed
• 4 cups water
• 2 lemons, halved
• 1 large onion, quartered
• 4 cloves garlic, halved
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 4 small red potatoes, diced
• 2 ears corn, cut into pieces

Instructions:

1. Add water, lemons, onion, garlic, and Cajun seasoning to the crockpot.
2. Cook on high for 1 hour.
3. Add potatoes and corn.
4. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours.
5. Add crawfish in the last 30 minutes.
6. Serve hot.

15. Slow Cooker Lemon Dill Salmon

Light, tangy, and full of fresh flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound salmon fillets
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon dill, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place salmon fillets in the crockpot.
2. Mix butter, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Pour mixture over salmon.
4. Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours or until salmon flakes easily.
5. Serve with steamed vegetables.

16. Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

This dish is loaded with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place shrimp in the crockpot.
2. Mix heavy cream, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour mixture over shrimp.
4. Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours.
5. Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese just before serving.

17. Slow Cooker Shrimp Boil

A classic Southern dish that's always a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 small red potatoes, diced
• 2 ears of corn, cut into pieces
• 1 andouille sausage, sliced
• 4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
• 1 lemon, halved

Instructions:

1. Add water, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon to the crockpot.
2. Cook on high for 1 hour.
3. Add potatoes and sausage.
4. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours.
5. Add corn and shrimp in the last 30 minutes.
6. Serve hot with additional Old Bay seasoning if desired.

18. Herb Buttered Seafood Medley

A fragrant mix of your favorite seafood.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound seafood mix (shrimp, scallops, fish)
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place seafood mix in the crockpot.
2. Mix butter, herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Pour mixture over seafood.
4. Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours or until seafood is cooked through.
5. Serve over rice or pasta.

19. Slow Cooker Crab Cakes

Fresh and tender crab cakes made easy.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lump crab meat
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Form mixture into patties.
3. Place patties in the crockpot.
4. Cook on low for 2 hours.
5. Serve with tartar sauce.

20. Crockpot Spanish Seafood Stew

Packed with flavor from chorizo and saffron.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, clams, fish)
• 1 cup chorizo, sliced
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups seafood stock
• 1 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except seafood and parsley in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
3. Add seafood in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
4. Stir well and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

21. Shrimp and Grits

A Southern favorite that's rich and comforting.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup grits
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup butter
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook grits according to package instructions using chicken stock.
2. Stir in cheese and butter, then keep warm.
3. Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp, then add to crockpot.
4. Add shrimp, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
5. Cook on low for 1 to 2 hours or until shrimp are cooked through.
6. Serve shrimp mixture over grits.

22. Mediterranean Seafood Stew

Packed with olives, tomatoes, and vibrant flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, clams, fish)
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups seafood stock
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except seafood and fresh basil in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
3. Add seafood in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
4. Stir well and serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

23. Crockpot Fish Stew

A light but hearty stew with delicate flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound white fish fillets, cubed
• 2 cups potatoes, diced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups seafood stock
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except fish in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
3. Add fish in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
4. Stir well and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

24. Creamy Seafood Alfredo

Rich and creamy with a hint of garlic.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup crab meat
• 2 cups cooked pasta
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine heavy cream, garlic, salt, and pepper in the crockpot.
2. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
3. Add cooked pasta, shrimp, and crab meat.
4. Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours.
5. Stir well before serving hot.

25. Slow Cooker Bouillabaisse

A French seafood stew that's full of flavor and richness.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, fish, crab)
• 1 cup white wine
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except seafood and parsley in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
3. Add seafood in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
4. Stir well and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

26. Crockpot Seafood Risotto

Indulge in a creamy, luxurious risotto with minimal effort.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, crab)
• 1 cup arborio rice
• 4 cups seafood stock
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except Parmesan, butter, and seafood in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. Add mixed seafood during the last 30 minutes.
4. Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter right before serving.
5. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

27. Slow Cooker Seafood Étouffée

A spicy, flavorful dish straight from Louisiana.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 pound crawfish tails
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, chicken stock, tomato paste, flour, paprika, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours.
3. Add shrimp and crawfish tails in the last 30 minutes.
4. Serve hot over rice.

28. Crockpot Seafood Gumbo

A hearty and flavorful gumbo with the perfect blend of spices.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 pound crab meat
• 1/2 pound andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon gumbo file powder
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, chicken stock, diced tomatoes, flour, gumbo file powder, thyme, paprika, black pepper, bay leaf, and salt in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours.
3. Add shrimp, crab meat, and andouille sausage in the last 30 minutes.
4. Remove bay leaf before serving.
5. Serve hot over rice.

Conclusion

And there you have it – 28 Crockpot Seafood Recipes to Savor & Simplify Dinner. These dishes not only bring the flavors of the sea to your table but also make your life a lot easier. Whether you’re a busy professional or just someone who loves delicious, effortless meals, these crockpot seafood recipes will become staples in your kitchen. Enjoy!