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Close-up of cajun shrimp rice with sautéed shrimp, rice, and diced bell peppers in a skillet.

Cajun Shrimp Rice

A flavorful one-pot dish with shrimp, rice, and Cajun spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in the rice, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

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