Description
Prepare a flavorful and spicy Cajun shrimp served over seasoned rice for a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (or more for extra spice)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced Andouille sausage (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your rice according to package directions. While the rice cooks, prepare the shrimp mixture.
- In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Andouille sausage, if using, and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
- Add the butter to the same skillet. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
- Stir in the remaining 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning and the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the liquid reduces slightly, about 2 minutes. Stir the cooked sausage back into the skillet.
- To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked rice among serving bowls. Spoon the spicy Cajun shrimp and sauce mixture over the rice.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce to the skillet during the last minute of cooking.
- If you prefer a richer sauce, substitute half of the chicken broth with heavy cream.
- Use brown rice instead of white rice for added fiber.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 850
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 38
- Cholesterol: 250