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Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet

Cajun shrimp and sausage skillet - the image is a close-up of a plate of food. the plate is round and has a light blue and white speckled pattern. on top of the plate, there are several large shrimp, which appear to be cooked and have a golden-brown color. the shrimp are arranged in a circular pattern, with some overlapping each other. there are also small pieces of diced tomatoes, green bell peppers, and red onions scattered throughout the dish. the tomatoes are bright red and look ripe and juicy, while the bell peppers are yellow and green. the onions are red and appear to have a slightly charred texture. the dish is garnished with chopped parsley, adding a pop of green color to the plate. the background is dark, making the colors of the dish stand out.

A flavorful and spicy Cajun shrimp and sausage skillet featuring succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and vibrant vegetables all cooked together with bold Cajun seasoning for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 ounces smoked turkey sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes to make the Cajun seasoning.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and toss them with half of the Cajun seasoning mixture. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced smoked turkey sausage to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove sausage from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add diced green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and yellow onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and add the cherry tomatoes.
Sprinkle the remaining Cajun seasoning over the skillet contents and stir well to combine all ingredients.
Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld and tomatoes to soften slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
Serve immediately.