Description
A quick and flavorful sheet pan dinner featuring smoky sausage, spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp, and roasted veggies, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 2 medium bell peppers, sliced (about 200g)
- 1 medium red onion, sliced (about 150g)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (about 15g) (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice sausage into ¼-inch thick rounds. Slice bell peppers and red onion into strips. Mince garlic cloves. Ensure shrimp are fully thawed and patted dry.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shrimp, sausage, bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle Cajun seasoning evenly. Toss until well coated.
- Spread mixture in a single layer on a rimmed 18×13 inch baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to prevent steaming.
- Roast in the oven for 10 minutes. Use tongs to flip shrimp and sausage, then roast for an additional 2-3 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque and sausage edges are crispy.
- Remove from oven. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Toss gently and serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting and caramelization. Use fresh shrimp for best flavor and texture. Adjust spice level by modifying the amount of cayenne in the Cajun seasoning. Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of water or broth to keep shrimp moist. Avoid freezing to maintain shrimp texture. Optional: drizzle melted garlic butter before serving for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 380
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Protein: 35
Keywords: sheet pan, Cajun shrimp, sausage, quick dinner, one-pan meal, spicy, weeknight recipe, easy, seafood, andouille sausage