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Easy 20-Minute Spicy Cajun Shrimp

Easy 20-Minute Spicy Cajun Shrimp

Spicy, zesty, and slightly sweet, Spicy Cajun Shrimp come together in just 20 minutes!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 SERVINGS
Calories: 204kcal
Author: Kathy

Equipment

  • Knife and cutting board
  • Large skillet
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp parsley flakes
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped

Instructions

  • Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley flakes, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm
  • Pour the chicken broth, ketchup, hot sauce, and chopped fresh parsley into the same skillet. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp back to the skillet and simmer for 1-2 more minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.25g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 184mg | Sodium: 1481mg | Potassium: 282mg | Fiber: 0.25g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg