Cajun Sauteed Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this mouthwatering Cajun Sautéed Shrimp recipe, a quick and flavorful dish that comes together in under 20 minutes. Bursting with bold Cajun seasoning, fresh garlic, and zesty lemon juice, these tender, skillet-cooked shrimp are perfectly coated in a buttery sauce that’s as irresistible as it is easy to make. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this recipe is a vibrant and versatile delight—serve it over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or alongside crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the citrusy, garlicky sauce. Perfect for shrimp lovers, this one-pan recipe combines quick preparation with bold Cajun flair, making it an ideal choice for both busy weeknights and casual entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Place them in a bowl.
Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side without moving them.
Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until they are pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
Add the butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir and toss the shrimp to coat them in the sauce.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Sprinkle the cooked shrimp with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately with rice, crusty bread, or over pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
860 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 917 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 4436 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 110.4 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1356 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
