Description
This Creamy Cajun Shrimp with Sausage recipe combines juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and a rich Cajun cream sauce that’s bursting with bold spices. Served over pasta, rice, or grits, it’s a comforting, restaurant-style meal made right at home in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: parsley, green onions, or red pepper flakes for garnish
- Optional sides: rice, pasta, or grits
Instructions
1. Sauté the Sausage
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon oil.
- Cook sliced sausage until browned and slightly crisp, about 3–4 minutes.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Cook the Shrimp
- Season shrimp with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning.
- Add to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through.
- Remove and set aside with sausage.
3. Sauté the Veggies
- Add remaining oil and sauté bell peppers, onion, and garlic for 3–4 minutes until softened.
4. Make the Cajun Cream Sauce
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Add remaining Cajun seasoning and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan and cook until sauce thickens, 2–3 minutes.
5. Combine Everything
- Return shrimp and sausage to the pan.
- Toss to coat in the creamy sauce and simmer for 1–2 more minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
6. Serve
- Spoon over cooked rice, pasta, or grits.
- Garnish with parsley, green onion, or a sprinkle of extra Cajun seasoning.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust Cajun seasoning or add cayenne for more heat
- Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice or sautéed zucchini
- Cheese Swap: Use cream cheese or shredded cheddar for a richer sauce
- Protein Twist: Substitute shrimp with chicken or scallops
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Seafood Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 940 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Shrimp with Sausage