Baked Cajun Shrimp
Juicy shrimp baked in a foil packet with bold Cajun spices, a kiss of lemon, and just enough heat to keep things interesting. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or laid-back gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper or to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon juice only
- salt and black pepper to taste
- parsley chopped, for garnish
- lemon wedges for serving
- tin foil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss until well coated.
- Place seasoned shrimp in the center of a large piece of tin foil. Drizzle lemon juice over shrimp and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Fold foil into a packet, sealing edges well to keep juices inside.
- Place foil packet on a baking tray and bake 15-20 minutes, until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Let rest briefly before opening. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
You can add sliced bell peppers or zucchini to the packet for a built-in side dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 288kcalCarbohydrates: 2.3gProtein: 54.5gFat: 7.5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 429mgSodium: 550mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.8g