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Easy One Pan Cajun Shrimp

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A vibrant one pan dish featuring tender shrimp, colorful vegetables, and zesty Cajun seasoning, perfect for quick and flavorful meals.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving


Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large pan.
  2. Add the onion and bell pepper, and sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the shrimp to the pan and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
  5. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Add the corn and toss everything to combine.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating shrimp in Cajun seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.