Spicy Shrimp Skillet with Cajun Rice

Name: Spicy Shrimp Skillet with Cajun Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 0.5 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined); 0.5 cup white rice (uncooked); 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 0.25 yellow onion (small, diced); 0.25 green bell pepper (diced); 0.5 stick celery (diced); 1 clove garlic (minced); 1.5 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; 0.5 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounce can, undrained); 0.5 cup chicken broth; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Succulent shrimp coated in bold Cajun spices, quickly sautéed with the 'holy trinity' of vegetables, served alongside flavorful Cajun rice for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Cajun
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $3.91/serving

Dietary

High-Protein
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free

Ingredients

0.5 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined)
0.5 cup white rice (uncooked)
1 cup water
1 tablespoon olive oil
0.25 yellow onion (small, diced)
0.25 green bell pepper (diced)
0.5 stick celery (diced)
1 clove garlic (minced)
1.5 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
0.5 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounce can, undrained)
0.5 cup chicken broth
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Combine uncooked white rice, 1 cup water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Set aside, keeping warm.
While rice cooks, pat the shrimp dry and season with 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
Add yellow onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the same skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Serve the spicy shrimp skillet over the Cajun rice. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Adjust Cajun seasoning to control spice level. This dish is excellent reheated for lunch the next day.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 311
Protein: 17.8 g
Carbohydrates: 44.5 g
Fat: 7 g
Fiber: 2.6 g
Sodium: 2010 mg
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Sugar: 4.5 g
Cholesterol: 125 mg