Cajun Shrimp And Rice Skillet
This Cajun Shrimp and Rice Skillet is a delightful one-pot dish packed with vibrant flavors of shrimp and rice, seasoned with a homemade Cajun blend. Perfect for a quick family meal!
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
For Cajun Seasoning:
- 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian herb blend or Herbs de Provence)
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
For the Skillet:
- 1 ⅓ cups uncooked long grain white rice
- 2 ⅔ cups chicken broth
- 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp (peeled and de-veined)
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted, divided)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
Cooking Rice:
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add in the garlic and half of the Cajun seasoning, then incorporate the rice.
- Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, bring it to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring once or twice during this time.
Preparing Shrimp:
- While the rice cooks, combine the remaining melted butter with the remaining Cajun seasoning, and then pour this mix over the shrimp, tossing them to evenly coat.
Finishing the Dish:
- Add the shrimp into the rice mixture, cover, and let cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and perfectly opaque.
- If you desire, garnish with chopped parsley before serving.