Cajun-Style Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Skillet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

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Succulent shrimp and smoky sausage simmered with bell peppers and onions in a spicy tomato-infused broth. This Cajun-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs shrimp, andouille sausage, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Cajun cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 pound shrimp
1/2 pound andouille sausage
1 large, diced onion
1 green, diced bell pepper
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup, sliced green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 pound andouille sausage and cook for 5 minutes until browned, then remove and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 large diced onion and 1 diced green bell pepper, cook for 5 minutes until softened, then add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 1 pound shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and cook for 3 minutes until pink.
Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup chicken broth and 2 tablespoons tomato paste, return the sausage to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5: Simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens, then stir in 1/4 cup fresh parsley and 1/4 cup green onions.