Harlingen-Inspired Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

Spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp and smoked sausage sautéed with bell peppers and onions for a quick one-pan dinner. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large shrimp, smoked sausage, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 12 oz, sliced 1/2 inch thick smoked sausage
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1, sliced into strips green bell pepper
• 1, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced yellow onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz sliced smoked sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and slightly crispy on edges. Remove sausage and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 sliced green bell pepper, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 medium sliced yellow onion. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender and edges begin to caramelize.
3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Return sausage to the pan and add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp. Sprinkle 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning evenly over the mixture.
4. Step 4: Cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot with rice or crusty bread.