Description
Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Rice is a delightful, indulgent dish that brings the bold flavors of New Orleans into your home. With succulent shrimp enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce paired with perfectly cooked rice, this recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it promises to impress everyone at the table. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced cook, this comforting dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients: chop bell peppers and onion.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions and peppers until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and shrimp; season with Cajun seasoning. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth and rice; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice absorbs all liquid.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir well; let simmer for another 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg