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Flavorful Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet

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A quick and easy Cajun shrimp and sausage skillet recipe featuring bold spices, smoky sausage, and tender shrimp, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 cup mixed bell peppers, diced (red and green)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, black pepper, salt)
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (10 minutes): Peel and devein the shrimp if needed, pat dry. Slice sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. Dice bell peppers and finely chop onion and garlic.
  2. Heat the Skillet (2 minutes): Place skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter. Heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Cook the Sausage (5-7 minutes): Add sausage in a single layer. Brown on one side for 2-3 minutes, then toss to brown all sides. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving fat in pan.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables (5 minutes): Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil or butter if needed. Cook onions and bell peppers until softened and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add garlic in last minute.
  5. Add the Shrimp and Seasonings (5 minutes): Return sausage to skillet, add shrimp. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir to coat evenly.
  6. Simmer with Broth (3-4 minutes): Pour in chicken broth, stir, lower heat to medium. Simmer until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Final Seasoning and Garnish (1 minute): Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Sprinkle chopped parsley over skillet.
  8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy hot with crusty bread, steamed rice, or your preferred side.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper browning. Use room temperature shrimp for even cooking. Adjust spice levels by modifying Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes. Pat shrimp dry before cooking to avoid steaming. Cook shrimp separately in batches if skillet is crowded. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2 days and can be frozen for up to 1 month.

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Keywords: Cajun shrimp, sausage skillet, spicy shrimp recipe, quick dinner, bold spices, andouille sausage, easy skillet meal

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