Description
A delicious and hearty Cajun shrimp and rice dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain rice (uncooked)
- 1 lb shrimp (deveined, fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped, use a mix of colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and bell peppers until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sliced smoked sausage. Cook until everything is golden brown and sausage develops crispy edges, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in shrimp and Cajun seasoning. Cook until shrimp turns pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in uncooked rice, stirring to coat. Pour chicken broth over everything and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork to separate grains.
- Stir in chopped green onions and fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- This dish can be adjusted for spice level by varying the Cajun seasoning.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to enhance the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 190mg