Description
This Baked Cajun Shrimp recipe is a flavorful and easy dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Succulent shrimp are tossed in a spicy Cajun seasoning blend and baked to perfection, resulting in a delicious and healthy seafood meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped parsley and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Prepare the shrimp: In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic, lemon juice, paprika (if using), and black pepper. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
- Bake the shrimp: Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.
- Great served over rice, pasta, or alongside roasted vegetables.
- For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 15–30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
