Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Roasted Okra and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

A vibrant, one-pan dish featuring tender catfish fillets coated in Cajun spices, roasted alongside fresh okra and colorful bell peppers for a smoky, mildly spicy meal. This Southern American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 33 minutes, pairs catfish fillets, okra, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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

• 4 fillets (6 oz each) catfish fillets
• 12 oz, trimmed and halved okra
• 1 large, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into strips yellow bell pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 catfish fillets (6 oz each) and rub them evenly with 1 tbsp olive oil and the prepared spice mix. Set aside.
3. Step 3: On a large sheet pan, toss 12 oz halved okra and 2 sliced bell peppers (1 red and 1 yellow) with 2 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt until well coated. Spread the vegetables in an even layer.
4. Step 4: Place the seasoned catfish fillets on the sheet pan nestled among the vegetables. Drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice over the catfish.
5. Step 5: Roast in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until the catfish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the okra and peppers are tender and slightly caramelized.
6. Step 6: Remove from oven and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving.