Easy Cajun Shrimp, Sausage and Cabbage Skillet
A quick and tasty one-pan meal featuring spicy shrimp, savory sausage, and tender cabbage, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage, chopped (about 6 to 7 cups)
- 1.5 tablespoons cooking oil
- 10 ounces beef or turkey sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1.25 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2.5 teaspoons all-purpose seasoning
- 0.75 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
- 2 to 3 cups cooked white rice, for serving Can substitute with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring, until browned.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, and lemon pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until the shrimp are just pink.
- Stir in the onion, red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add the chopped cabbage and butter. Stir well, then cover the skillet and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cabbage softens down.
- Remove the lid and season with all-purpose seasoning, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook uncovered for 3 to 5 minutes so flavors blend and moisture cooks off.
- Serve hot on its own or spooned over warm cooked white rice.
Notes
Do not overcook the shrimp as they turn rubbery if left too long. For a different flavor, make it with chicken sausage or andouille. You can also add sliced potatoes or sweet potatoes for a heartier skillet. If desired, top with a squeeze of lemon or fresh parsley before serving.