Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Bell Peppers
A quick sheet pan meal featuring Cajun-spiced shrimp paired with roasted sweet potatoes and colorful bell peppers for a flavorful, balanced dinner. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, divided olive oil, cajun seasoning 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
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1 large, cut into 1-inch strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, cut into 1-inch strips yellow bell pepper
- 3 tbsp, divided olive oil
- 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
- 4 wedges, for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 2 medium peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; spread in an even layer and roast for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp paprika; toss until shrimp are well coated.
- Step 3: After the sweet potatoes have roasted for 15 minutes, add 1 large red bell pepper and 1 large yellow bell pepper both cut into 1-inch strips to the baking sheet, tossing gently with the sweet potatoes.
- Step 4: Arrange the seasoned shrimp over the vegetables on the sheet, then return to the oven and roast everything together for an additional 8-10 minutes until shrimp are opaque and vegetables are tender.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with 4 lemon wedges for squeezing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and 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 divided olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and 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 with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and 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 with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Bell Peppers?
American 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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