This shrimp and sausage skillet is a Cajun inspired easy meal done in under 30 minutes! Chicken sausage, bell pepper, tomatoes, and Cajun spices combine with shrimp for a quick, delicious, and flavor packed dinner.
If you’re a fan of shrimp, chicken sausage, and Cajun flavors, you should try this simple one-pan skillet. It’s an easy dinner that’s perfect for your busy weeknights, and the whole dish is ready in about 30 minutes. There is a ton of flavor, and plenty of protein to keep you satisfied. Add this Cajun shrimp skillet to your weeknight dinner rotation, and thank me later!
How to make this Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
- It’s important to cook the bell pepper first so it softens.
- Use chicken sausage or any kind of sausage that you like.
- I use EZ peel shrimp – you can use any size. Shrimp take about 3-4 minutes to cook and are pink and look like a “C” when cooked through.
- I always add a ton of garlic because it tastes so good.
- Serve with cauliflower rice, regular rice, or even pasta or just a side salad or vegetable.
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mel’s expert tips
- Use fresh shrimp or frozen shrimp for this recipe. If using frozen, be sure to buy ones that are deveined with the tails removed, and thaw them before you cook them – the package should have instructions for doing that.
- Choose your favorite bell pepper color (I love red bell pepper), or you can use half of one color and half of another.
- For the Cajun seasoning, choose a brand that you like, keeping in mind that some brands are spicier than others.
- This is a delicious dish with chicken sausage and cauliflower rice. However, for a different flavor, feel free to use andouille sausage or kielbasa, and serve with white rice or pasta.
- Be sure to try some of our other easy 30-minute meals!
Storing Leftovers
- Any leftovers can be placed in an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Spicy Shrimp and Sausage Skillet Recipe
This Spicy Shrimp and Sausage Skillet is filled with chicken sausage, bell peppers, tomatoes, and Cajun seasonings combine with shrimp for a light meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen cauliflower rice microwave per package instructions
- 12 oz package of chicken sausage sliced thin
- 12 ounces frozen shrimp thawed, deveined, tails removed
- 1 bell pepper chopped (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 teaspoons Cajun spice we used store bought Cajun spice
- 1 14.5 ounce can of fire roasted diced tomatoes drained
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Heat cooking spray in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot add bell pepper for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add sausage for about 5 minutes or until browned. Stir occasionally.
- Add shrimp, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning to skillet and mix well. Stir for about a minute and ensure everything is fully combined.
- Turn heat down to medium low and let simmer for 3-4 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with rice.
Recipe Notes
- We made this recipe using cauliflower rice and chicken sausage. To get more flavor and spice use white rice and andouille sausage.
- Feel free to use fresh shrimp. We use frozen out of convenience and still love the taste but fresh is always great.
Recipe Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 1066mg | Potassium: 357mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2656IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutritional information not guaranteed to be accurate
