Spicy Cajun Shrimp
Elevate your dinner game with this bold and flavorful Spicy Cajun Shrimp recipe, perfect for seafood lovers seeking a quick and satisfying meal. Juicy, tender shrimp are coated in a vibrant blend of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, then seared to perfection in a sizzling combination of olive oil and butter. A touch of fresh garlic, zesty lemon juice, and chopped parsley adds an irresistible depth of flavor, while the entire dish comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve it over fluffy white rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luscious, savory sauce. With its bold spices and quick prep, this one-skillet wonder will become your go-to for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Perfect for fans of Cajun cuisine, this spicy shrimp dish is as easy as it is unforgettable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- optional Cooked white rice or crusty bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter to the skillet and let the butter melt completely.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley, ensuring the shrimp are well coated in the flavorful sauce.
Remove the skillet from the heat and serve immediately, optionally over white rice or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 919 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 4486 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 113.5 g | 227% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1438 mg | 31% | |
*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.
