Creamy Cajun Summer Shrimp Skillet ☀️
A quick and easy creamy Cajun shrimp skillet, perfect for a healthy and flavorful summer meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh Shrimp peeled and deveined (tails off for ease)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning divided
- 2 tablespoons unsalted Butter
- 0.5 medium Onion chopped
- 1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
- 0.5 cup Celery chopped
- 2 teaspoons Minced Garlic
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 0.33 cup low-sodium Chicken Broth
Instructions
- Sauté Shrimp: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with almost all (save 1 teaspoon) of the Cajun seasoning, tossing gently to coat. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until beautifully seared and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Soften Veggies: Add the butter to the same skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the chopped onions, red bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften and become fragrant.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Create Creamy Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy whipping cream. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Stir everything together well to combine the flavors.
- Thicken & Combine: Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly to a beautiful creamy consistency.
- Serve: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, gently tossing to coat them in the delicious creamy Cajun sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, flavorful summer meal!
Notes
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, flavorful summer meal!
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 315 kcal
Total Carbs: 7g (approx.)
Net Carbs: 5g
Fats: 28g (approx.)
Protein: 21g (approx.)
Calories: 315 kcal
Total Carbs: 7g (approx.)
Net Carbs: 5g
Fats: 28g (approx.)
Protein: 21g (approx.)
