Name: Savory Creamy Cajun Shrimp Rice Skillet Recipe You Must Try
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup uncooked rice; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped

Description

Discover a delectable Creamy Cajun shrimp dish cooked in one skillet This easy recipe will elevate your weeknight dinners with bold flavors

Ingredients

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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup uncooked rice

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 bell pepper, diced

1 cup heavy cream

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, sautéing for about 5 minutes until they become soft and fragrant.

Stir in the uncooked rice and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.

Incorporate the shrimp, garlic, and Cajun seasoning into the skillet. Stir well for about 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turns pink.

Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender and creamy.

Once cooked, taste and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.

Notes

Transform a simple weeknight dinner into a flavor-packed experience with this Creamy Cajun Shrimp Rice Skillet, ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g