Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Sweet Potato Fries

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A popular, easy-to-make sheet pan dinner featuring spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp alongside crispy sweet potato fries roasted to perfection. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, divided olive oil, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 2 medium peeled and cut sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread evenly on one half of a large sheet pan.
  2. Step 2: In the same bowl, combine 1 lb peeled and deveined 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 until shrimp are evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Spread the seasoned shrimp on the other half of the sheet pan in a single layer.
  4. Step 4: Roast everything in the oven for 12-15 minutes, turning the sweet potato fries halfway through, until fries are tender and edges are crispy, and shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven, garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately for a popular, flavorful meal.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Sweet Potato Fries 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 with Sweet Potato Fries?

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 Sweet Potato Fries?

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 Potato Fries 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 Potato Fries?

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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