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    Pink Owl Kitchen » southern recipes » Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet

    Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet

    Published: Sep 23, 2020 · Modified: Feb 16, 2022 by Ashley · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This flavorful Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet recipes features plump, tender shrimp cooked with rice, bell peppers and onions in a spicy tomato broth with just the right amount of heat!

    overhead shot of cajun shrimp and rice on spoon
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    • How to Make This Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet
    • What to Serve with Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet
    • Here Are Some More Cajun Recipes You Will Love!
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    In case you didn't know already, I'm a huge fan of all things Cajun/Creole cuisine. I'm from Jackson, MS which is less than 3 hours away from one of my favorite cities - New Orleans!

    Cajun food is jam-packed with flavors and highlights all the delicious seafood you find along the gulf coast. This Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet features lots of Cajun spice and delicious, plump shrimp.

    We use a Cajun seasoning blend in this dish. You can use your favorite store-bought seasoning blend or you can make your own. The Cajun seasoning is what gives this dish most of its flavor and just the right amount of spice.

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    How to Make This Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet

    • In a medium bowl, season shrimp with 2 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning and set aside.
    • Cook rice according to package instructions until tender and fluffy.
    • While rice is cooking, melt butter in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped bell peppers and onion and cook until veggies are softened and onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. I like to my veggies pretty chunky for this dish. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1-2 additional minutes.
    chopped veggies cooking in stainless steel skillet
    • Add tomatoes to skillet and season with Cajun seasoning and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes then add shrimp. Continue to cook until shrimp are opaque and just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Add cooked rice to skillet with shrimp mixture and give everything a good stir to combine all of the ingredients. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Remove skillet from heat and garnish with chopped fresh scallions and parsley if desired.
    • Store leftovers in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.
    cajun shrimp and rice skillet

    What to Serve with Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet

    This dish is perfect served all on its own as you get so many elements combined in this dish with the shrimp, rice, and veggies.

    You can also serve this dish with some warm, crusty bread which is most likely how you would see it served up in New Orleans.

    overhead shot of cajun shrimp and rice on spoon

    Here Are Some More Cajun Recipes You Will Love!

    • Cheesy Cajun Chicken and Sausage Dip
    • Authentic Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
    • Creamy Cajun Mushroom Pasta

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    overhead shot of cajun shrimp and rice on spoon

    Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet

    Ashley
    Shrimp are cooked with bell pepper, onion and tomatoes and combined with rice and lots of Cajun spice in this flavorful dish.
    4.57 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, Cajun, Southern
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    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 229 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
    • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice you can use white or brown
    • 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
    • ½ green bell pepper sliced into short, thin strips
    • ½ orange bell pepper sliced into short, thin strips
    • 1 small onion chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • ¼ cup vegetable broth
    • 7 ounces fire roasted, diced tomatoes half a 14-ounce can
    • 1-2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
    • chopped scallions for garnish
    • chopped parsley for garnish
    • black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Season shrimp with 2 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning and set aside.
    • Cook rice according to package instructions until tender and fluffy.
    • Heat butter in a large, deep skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook until tender and onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add broth and stir to break up any bits stuck to pan. Add tomatoes. Season with Cajun seasoning (start with a teaspoon and increase to taste) and black pepper and continue to cook 2-3 minutes.
    • Add shrimp to pan and cook until shrimp are opaque and just cooked through, about 5 minutes.

    Notes

    • leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 229kcalCarbohydrates: 28.2gProtein: 18.6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 310mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 1.3gSugar: 2gCalcium: 48mgIron: 4mg
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    1. Nicole H.

      September 15, 2022 at 12:04 pm

      5 stars
      I was amazed at the depth of flavor in this dish since it was such a quick meal. I made it exactly as written, except that I used the whole can of tomatoes (so I didn't have to bother with saving them). It made the dish a little soupier than was probably intended, but I didn't mind it because the rice soaked up whatever juice there was. The meal was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.

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      • Ashley Boyd

        September 16, 2022 at 3:09 am

        Hi Nicole! I'm so happy you enjoyed the flavor and the ease of preparation of the shrimp and rice skillet! Thank you for trying the recipe.

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