Cajun Shrimp Corn Rice Skillet
Cajun shrimp, sweet corn, bell pepper, and cooked rice come together in a quick one-pan skillet finished with fresh lime.
Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop
Ingredients
- 1.25 pounds large shrimp
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 1.5 cups corn kernels
- 1 medium bell pepper
- 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 1 medium lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
Cooking instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper and corn, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pepper begins to soften and the corn is lightly browned. (about 5 min) — medium-high
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and reach 145°F. (about 4 min) — medium-high
- Add the cooked rice and stir until evenly combined and heated through, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and squeeze the lime over the skillet before serving. (about 3 min) — medium