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Flavorful Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet Easy Recipe with Veggies

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A quick and easy one-pan dish combining spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp and smoky sausage with fresh veggies, perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12 ounces Andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp and pat dry with paper towels. Slice the sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. Chop the onion, slice the bell peppers thinly, mince garlic, and halve the cherry tomatoes if using.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add sausage slices in a single layer and brown for 3-4 minutes on one side before stirring and browning the other side. Remove sausage and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add chopped onions and bell peppers. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened but still vibrant. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning evenly over the veggies and stir well to coat. Toast the spices for 1 minute to bring out their aroma.
  6. Push the veggies to the side and add shrimp in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until shrimp start turning pink, then flip and cook another 2 minutes.
  7. Return the sausage to the skillet, toss everything gently together, and add cherry tomatoes if using. Cook for another 2 minutes to warm through and soften tomatoes slightly.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper browning. Pat shrimp dry before cooking to avoid steaming. Toast Cajun seasoning in oil before adding proteins to enhance flavor. Use medium-high heat for best sear. Optionally add 1/4 cup chicken broth or white wine after adding shrimp for a light sauce. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently on stovetop.

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