Zesty Shrimp and Smoked Sausage Skillet
This Zesty Shrimp and Smoked Sausage Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal, perfect for a busy weeknight. It features succulent shrimp and savory sausage cooked with colorful bell peppers, red onion, and broccoli, all seasoned with zesty Cajun spices.
Equipment
- Large skillet (10-12 inch)
- Cutting board and knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb smoked sausage Andouille or kielbasa, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined, thawed if frozen
- 1 bell pepper any color, cored and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 red onion small, thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or thawed frozen
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun or Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish & Serving (Optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro chopped, for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the sliced sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and crispy.
- Remove the sausage and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan, then add bell pepper, red onion, and broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in minced garlic, cherry tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and tomatoes soften.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, add the shrimp, and cook for 3-5 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and pink.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the seasonings. This dish is excellent served over rice, quinoa, or with a side of crusty bread.