Ingredients
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This dish is all about simplicity, so here’s what you’ll need to make it happen:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Feel free to swap out the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version, or add in some bell peppers for extra color and crunch!
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Here’s how to whip up this delightful dish:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the halved potatoes and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and fork-tender. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside with the potatoes.
- Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and potatoes back into the skillet, stirring to coat everything in the creamy sauce. Let it all heat through for another 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Remember, the key to this dish is to not overcook the shrimp. They should be just tender enough to melt in your mouth!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Shrimp Potato Skillet, recipe, cooking, food
