Description
This Best Spicy Cajun Shrimp Skillet is bold, buttery, and ready in under 15 minutes! Juicy shrimp are tossed in zesty Cajun seasoning and pan-seared to perfection in this quick and flavorful dish. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, spicy seafood lovers, or crowd-pleasing appetizers.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Toss with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and lightly seared.
- In the last minute of cooking, stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add lemon juice, toss everything together, and remove from heat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Make your own Cajun seasoning with paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
- Add bell peppers or onions to the skillet for extra veggies.
- For a creamy variation, stir in a splash of cream or a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve over rice, pasta, grits, or in tacos.
- Use olive oil for a dairy-free version.
