This Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage is the perfect dinner for busy weeknights! It’s a quick and easy delicious meal that your family will rave about. Cajun seasoned shrimp and sausage are combined with bell peppers, onion and mushrooms, then smothered in a creamy sauce full of bold flavours.
Questions about Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage:
Is this creamy cajun shrimp and sausage recipe low carb or keto? – Yes, it can be made keto and low carb by using a lower carb tomato sauce. Everything else in the recipe is gluten free and keto approved.
What should I serve the creamy cajun shrimp and sausage with? – I love this dish served with Jasmin rice. It’s also perfect with your favourite pasta and can be made low carb/ keto by serving with cauliflower rice or zoodles / zucchini noodles.
Do I have to pre cook the sausages on the bbq before adding them to the frying pan? – No, you can cook the sausages in the frying pan without pre cooking if you prefer. I precook them because it removes a lot of the grease and makes the sausage crispier, which I prefer.
Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe? – Using frozen shrimp is a great option! To cook the shrimp properly, you will need to let it completely thaw before adding it to the pan. If you are in a rush and need to speed up the thawing process, you can run the shrimp under cool water until thawed.
What can I use if I can’t find Cajun seasoning? – Cajun seasoning is usually a combination of paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt and pepper.
Do I have to use hot Italian sausage? – Any type of sausage will work for this recipe. Use Mild Italian or andouille sausage if preferred.
Is creamy cajun shrimp and sausage the same thing as jambalaya? – They aren’t the same but they are similar in taste. Jambalaya had a rich flavour profile and is made in one pot with the uncooked rice in the pot along with the rest of the ingredients. Creamy cajun shrimp and sausage is a more simple dish made with the rice on the side. They’re both very delicious.
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Why You’re going to Love This Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
Here’s why you should make this recipe:
- It’s a delicious family friendly meal that’s ready in 30 minutes or less.
- Naturally gluten free
- Made with simple easy to find ingredients
- A quick, one-pan meal bursting with bold Southern flavours! Loaded with protein and veggies.
What Ingredients Do You Need to Make Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage?
Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy & delicious dinner recipe:
- Hot Italian Sausages
- Shrimp
- Onion
- Mushrooms
- Bell Peppers
- Cajun Seasoning
- Garlic
- Tomato Sauce
- Heavy Cream
How Do You Make Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage?
Here’s how to make this deliciously easy creamy shrimp and sausage skillet:
Step 1: Use a bbq to grill the sausage just until cooked through (you can fry them instead if preferred). Then slice the sausage and fry in a large frying pan for three to four minutes to brown on both sides.
Step 2: When the sausage has browned, add the shrimp to the pan. Season with the cajun seasoning and toss to combine.
Step 3: Next, add the sliced mushrooms, sliced bell peppers, minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan. Cook for two to three minutes until the shrimp is translucent and cooked through.
Step 4: Add the tomato sauce and heavy cream and stir until fully combined. Let simmer for 1 – 2 minutes then serve immediately over rice, gluten free pasta or cauliflower rice.
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Recipe Notes for Making the Best Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage:
- Any type of sausage will work for this recipe. Use Mild Italian or andouille sausage if preferred.
- You can skip barbecuing the sausage and just fry the cut sausage in the pan from raw. You’ll need to cook it for longer than the recipe states. Pre cooking the sausage in the oven is also an option.
- I love this dish served with Jasmin rice. It’s also perfect with your favourite pasta and can be made keto by using a lower carb tomato sauce and serving with cauliflower rice or zoodles.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp. Shrimp is quick cooking and only needs two to three minutes of cook time before it is ready to eat. Once it has turned translucent, the shrimp should be ready to eat!
- Add more or less of the Cajun seasoning depending on how spicy you prefer your food, so you can be sure to please even your picky eaters!
- I used a orange bell pepper for this dish. Red and yellow bell peppers are equally as good. So feel free to use which ever pepper is your favourite.
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Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
Ingredients
- 4 Italian Sausage hot
- 24-30 Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 Onion small
- 1 Cup Mushrooms sliced
- 1 Bell Pepper orange
- 2 Cloves Garlic minced
- 2 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- 1 Cup Tomato Sauce
- 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Use a bbq to grill the sausage just until cooked through (you can fry them instead if preferred). Then slice the sausage and fry in a large frying pan for three to four minutes to brown on both sides.
- When the sausage has browned, add the shrimp to the pan. Season with the cajun seasoning and toss to combine.
- Next, add the sliced mushrooms, sliced bell peppers, minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan. Cook for two to three minutes until the shrimp is translucent and cooked through.
- Add the tomato sauce and heavy cream and stir until fully combined. Let simmer for 1 - 2 minutes then serve immediately over rice, gluten free pasta or cauliflower rice.
Notes
- You can skip barbecuing the sausage and just fry the cut sausage in the pan from raw. You'll need to cook it for longer than the recipe states.
- I love this dish served with Jasmin rice. It's also perfect with your favourite pasta and can be made keto by using a lower carb tomato sauce and serving with cauliflower rice or zoodles.
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