This Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet is made with flavor andouille sausage, protein packed shrimp, and crisp bell peppers. This recipe is an easy weeknight meal that will take you only ten minutes from start to finish to make. Serve it with your favorite sides for a delicious, healthy, and filling meal that everyone will love!
An Easy One-Skillet Meal: Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
Easy one skillet meals are my jam! One skillet, just a few ingredients, and usually less than thirty minutes can get you a really delicious mea.
This protein packed cajun shrimp and sausage skillet is one of my very favorites one-skillet recipes and for good reason. It’s so hearty (hello shrimp AND sausage) and perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something flavorful but do not have a lot of time to get dinner on the table.
This recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients, incredibly customizable (I give you a few options below), and will only take you ten minutes to make. Serve it with rice, roasted veggies, your favorite side dish for a quick and easy meal that is perfect for the entire family!
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Ingredients You Need for a Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
Cooking Fat: Avocado oil or ghee work the best for this recipe.
Shrimp: Shrimp is such a great source of protein! Be sure to properly peel and devein your shrimp before adding it to the skillet.
Sausage: For even more delicious cajun flavor, this recipe uses andouille sausage. You can use pork or chicken sausage.
Bell Peppers: I red, green, and orange bell peppers for this skillet, but feel free to use whatever color bell peppers you would like!
Garlic and Onion: These add so much flavor to the skillet.
Cajun Seasoning: You can’t have a cajun skillet without a little cajun seasoning added the mix.
How to Make a Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
Making this cajun shrimp and sausage could not be easier. All you need is ten minutes to whip up this one-skillet meal. Here is a summary of the easy steps. Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full ingredients and instructions.
Step One: First, you’ll cook the andouille sausage! Browning the sausage helps to develop flavor which makes the skillet even more delicious.
Step Two: Next, cook the garlic, onion, and bell peppers for a few minutes until they are tender. This is when you’ll add the salt, pepper, and cajun seasoning.
Step Three: Finally, add in the shrimp and cook for just a few minutes (do not overcook them!) until they are translucent and ready to eat. Finish the skillet with green onion, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and more seasoning to taste. Serve the skillet immediately and enjoy!
Tips and Tricks
- To ensure that they cook evenly, slice the peppers roughly the same size.
- Do not overcook your shrimp. Shrimp is a quick cooking protein and only needs two to three minutes of cook time before it is ready to eat. Once it has turned translucent, the shrimp should be ready to eat!
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning of this skillet to fit your tastebuds. Adding a little extra cajun seasoning is always an option.
How to Serve Your Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
This easy one skillet meal is great with cauliflower rice, white rice or even your favorite gluten free pasta. You can also roast some veggies or make a big salad as a side dish. Here are a few side dishes that would be great to serve with this dish.
- Roasted sweet potatoes
- Roasted lemon garlic broccoli
- loaded mashed cauliflower
- whole30 loaded mashed potatoes
- rosemary and white cheddar mashed potatoes
- cauliflower Mac and cheese
- whole30 roasted potatoes
- healthy broccoli salad
- crispy baked potato wedges with chipotle lime aioli
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Cook Frozen Shrimp?
Using frozen shrimp is a great option for this skillet! To cook the shrimp properly, you will need to let it completely thaw before adding it to the skillet. If you are in a rush and need to speed up the thawing process, you can run the shrimp under cool water and let it to sit in the water until thawed.
What is Cajun Seasoning Made Of?
While the exact proportions may differ, cajun seasoning is usually a combination of paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt and pepper.
Can I Add Extra Vegetables to the Skillet?
Yes! Feel free to add in extra veggies to this one-skillet meal if you would like. Here are a few great options:
- asparagus
- mushrooms
- zucchini squash
- yellow sausage
- tomatoes
- kale
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I hope you give this Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skilleta try! It’s absolutely delicious and so easy to make.
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Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: dinner
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: american
- Diet: Gluten Free
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: dinner
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: american
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or ghee
- 12 oz andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
- 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small orange bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 yellow onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 tablespoon cajun seasoning (plus more to taste)
- juice of one lemon
- salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add in the avocado oil or ghee.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook for three to four minutes to brown on both sides. When the sausage has browned, add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and the cajun seasoning. Cook the veggies for three to four minutes.
- Next, add the shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for two to three minutes until the shrimp is translucent and cooked through.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and add the lemon juice, sliced green onion, and more seasoning to taste. Serve immediately.
