Zesty Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
This Zesty Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet is a quick and flavorful meal featuring succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and tender-crisp vegetables all cooked in one pan.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cast-iron pan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 12 oz Smoked Sausage (Andouille or kielbasa) sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 lb Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- Bell Pepper (any color) thinly sliced
- Medium Zucchini halved lengthwise and then sliced into ½-inch pieces
- Small Yellow Onion diced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- ½ cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth
- Fresh Parsley (optional), chopped
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- fresh lemon juice (Optional) A squeeze of fresh lemon juice for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing sausage, peeling and deveining shrimp, and chopping all vegetables to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add sliced sausage and cook for 3-5 minutes until browned and crispy. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
Cooking
- Add bell pepper, zucchini, and onion to the same skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning for one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan, then return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Add shrimp and cook for 2-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
Finishing Touches
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then garnish with fresh parsley and an optional squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately.
Notes
Keep a close eye on the shrimp to avoid overcooking them, which can make them rubbery. The optional lemon juice really brightens up the flavors!