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Spicy Cajun Shrimp Rice Skillet

Easy Spicy Cajun Shrimp Rice Skillet Bursting with Bold Flavor

This Spicy Cajun Shrimp Rice Skillet brings a bold flavor explosion with smoky spices, shrimp, and rice in a quick one-pan meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp and Seasoning
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning bold blend with smoked paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing
For the Rice and Veggies
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 each bell pepper, red
  • 1 each bell pepper, green
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
For Garnish and Finishing Touches
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 each lemon, cut into wedges

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

For the Shrimp & Seasoning
  1. Pat dry shrimp, toss in a bowl with olive oil and Cajun seasoning until fully coated. Let spices meld for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat skillet over medium-high heat, add seasoned shrimp, sear 1-2 minutes per side until pink edges curl and flesh turns opaque; transfer to a plate.
For the Rice & Veggies
  1. Add diced onion and both bell peppers to the same skillet, cooking over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until veggies soften and onions turn translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and rice, cook for 1 minute until grains look slightly translucent around edges.
  3. Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  4. Return shrimp to skillet, gently fold into rice until reheated; sprinkle with green onions, parsley, and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Notes

For best results, reheat on the stovetop instead of the microwave to keep shrimp tender and rice fluffy.