Best One Skillet Cajun Shrimp And Rice Recipes

CAJUN SHRIMP AND RICE

Steps:

• Heat the butter, olive oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the Cajun seasoning and shrimp and cook, stirring, until the shrimp begin to curl, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
• Add the tomatoes and scallions to the skillet and cook, stirring, about 1 minute. Add the rice and 1/4 cup water and continue to cook until the rice is warmed through and the shrimp are opaque, about 3 more minutes. Stir in the parsley and serve with lemon, if desired.
• Per serving: Calories 357; Fat 11 g (Saturated 3 g); Cholesterol 176 mg; Sodium 537 mg; Carbohydrate 40 g; Fiber 3 g; Protein 23 g

ONE-SKILLET CAJUN SHRIMP AND RICE

Steps:

• Place the rice in a rice cooker along with 2 cups water; set it and forget it.
• Arrange the shrimp on a plate in a single layer and dust with 2 teaspoons of the Cajun seasoning and a little salt.
• Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add the celery and green bell pepper and saute until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the andouille, scooting the veggies to the side so that the sausage can get a good sear on both sides. Remove the goods from the skillet and reserve in a bowl.
• There should be enough oil in the skillet, but if it's on the dry side, add a tiny drizzle of olive oil. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and sear on both sides, 2 minutes tops. Add the shrimp to the sausage bowl.
• Add the broth, milk and remaining teaspoon Cajun seasoning to the skillet. Make a cornstarch slurry by combining the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl. Whisk it with a fork, then slowly pour the slurry into the skillet. Cook the sauce, whisking, until it thickens just a tad. Add the lemon juice and a good pinch of salt. Stir for just a few seconds and taste it. Is the sauce where you want it? Maybe a little black pepper? Little more lemon? Do it.
• Now, add the reserved veggies and meats to the skillet and toss to combine. It's seriously so silky and luscious you'll weep.
• Serve this over your brown rice, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges, and that's all she wrote. So eat. Time to eat.

CAJUN SHRIMP & RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the onion, garlic, and peppers and cook until softened, about 5 to 8 minutes.
• Season with half of the Cajun seasoning and then stir in the rice. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring often. Add the chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
• Cover with a lid, place in the oven and cook until the stock has absorbed and the rice is tender, about 18 to 20 minutes. Carefully remove from the oven and remove the lid.
• Place the shrimp on top along with the remaining Cajun seasoning, and replace the lid. Return to the oven and cook for another 5 to 8 minutes or until the shrimp is fully cooked. Remove from the oven, remove lid and gently fold in the lemon juice and parsley. Garnish with sliced scallions and lemon wedges to serve.

CAJUN SHRIMP AND RICE

Steps:

• Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high. Add sausage; cook, stirring, until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Reduce heat to medium; add remaining oil, onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, until vegetables are soft and golden, about 8 minutes.
• Add tomatoes and rice; cook over high heat, stirring, 1 minute. Return sausage with any juices to skillet. Stir in broth; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender, 20 minutes. Season shrimp with salt and pepper; arrange in a single layer atop rice. Cover; cook until bright pink, 4 minutes. Uncover; let stand 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and sprinkle with scallions.