Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp and Sausage with Bell Peppers
A vibrant, one-pan Cajun-inspired dish featuring spicy shrimp and smoked sausage roasted with colorful bell peppers and onions. This caribbean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tablespoons olive oil, tablespoons Cajun seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 medium large yellow onion, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp and 12 ounces of smoked sausage slices with 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread the shrimp and sausage mixture on a large sheet pan along with 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, 1 sliced green bell pepper, and 1 sliced yellow onion, all cut into 1/2-inch strips. Arrange in an even layer to ensure roasting.
- Step 3: Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the shrimp are opaque and the sausage and vegetables have caramelized edges.
- Step 4: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley before serving to add a fresh, herbal note.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp and Sausage with Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp and Sausage with Bell Peppers?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp and Sausage with Bell Peppers?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp and Sausage with Bell Peppers for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp and Sausage with Bell Peppers?
Caribbean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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