Seafood
Spicy Cajun Shrimp Skillet
A quick and flavorful Cajun-inspired shrimp dish sautéed with peppers and served over rice, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Prep10 min
Cook20 min
Rest / chill0 min
Total30 min
Yield4 servings
Gather your ingredients
Ingredients
Check off items as you go. US customary measures.
One step at a time
Let’s make it
- Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced onion and bell peppers; sauté until tender, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Push vegetables to the side of the skillet; add remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and shrimp to the pan.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning on shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and reach 145°F internal temperature.
- Stir vegetables and shrimp together, cook another minute to combine flavors.
- Serve shrimp and peppers hot over warmed cooked white rice, garnish with chopped parsley.
A little kitchen know-how
To prevent shrimp from overcooking and becoming rubbery, cook them just until they turn pink and curl.
Storage & leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
Cooking times are estimates; check doneness. See safe cooking temperatures and food storage guidance. Check ingredient labels for allergens.