Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli

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Juicy shrimp tossed in Cajun spices roasted alongside sweet potatoes and broccoli for an easy, flavorful sheet pan dinner. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 42 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, broccoli florets, divided 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 27 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss 2 medium peeled sweet potatoes cut into 1-inch cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: While the sweet potatoes begin roasting, in a large bowl combine 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: After the sweet potatoes have roasted for 15 minutes, add 3 cups broccoli florets to the baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, and toss to coat with the potatoes. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on the sheet pan.
  4. Step 4: Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast everything together for an additional 10-12 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque and broccoli is tender with crispy edges.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the shrimp and vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 42 minutes (15 min prep + 27 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 Broccoli?

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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli?

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 Broccoli 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 Broccoli?

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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