Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Sweet Corn and Bell Peppers
A vibrant sheet pan dinner featuring Cajun-spiced shrimp roasted alongside sweet corn and colorful bell peppers for easy regional flair. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil, Cajun seasoning 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
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup, fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 large, diced red bell pepper
- 1 large, diced yellow bell pepper
- 1 large, diced green bell pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup corn kernels, 1 diced red bell pepper, 1 diced yellow bell pepper, 1 diced green bell pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Toss to coat.
- Step 3: Spread the vegetables evenly on a rimmed sheet pan and roast in the oven for 10 minutes.
- Step 4: Remove the pan from the oven and add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer on top of the vegetables. Roast for an additional 8-10 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Step 5: Drizzle 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and vegetables, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve straight from the pan.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Sweet Corn and Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Sweet Corn 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Sweet Corn 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 Sweet Corn 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 Sweet Corn 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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