Seared Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-30 · Updated 2026-05-30

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Pan-seared catfish fillets coated with bold Cajun spices paired with oven-roasted sweet potato wedges for a flavorful Southern-inspired dinner. This Southern-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs catfish fillets, cajun seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Southern cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (5 oz each) catfish fillets
2 tbsp cajun seasoning
3 tbsp olive oil
2 medium (about 1 lb) sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
for serving fresh lemon wedges
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 medium sweet potatoes cut into wedges with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden, flipping halfway through.
Step 2: While the sweet potatoes roast, pat dry 4 catfish fillets and evenly coat both sides with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned catfish fillets and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until a dark golden crust forms and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 4: Remove catfish from the pan and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately alongside the roasted sweet potato wedges with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing.