Cajun Garlic Paprika Shrimp and Rice
A flavorful and spicy shrimp and rice dish infused with Cajun seasonings, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Grains
- 1 cup long-grain rice
Broth
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
Vegetables
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green green bell pepper, diced
Fats & Oils
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste salt
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
Garnish & Serving
- to taste fresh parsley or scallions
- for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and bell peppers until soft, about 5-6 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in rice, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and salt. Toast for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is fluffy and broth is absorbed.
- While rice cooks, heat 1 tbsp butter in a separate pan. Cook shrimp with Cajun seasoning and paprika for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- Fluff rice, fold in cooked shrimp, and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley or scallions, serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or more Cajun seasoning.