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Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Sheet Pan Meal

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A quick and easy 30-minute sheet pan meal featuring smoky sausage, tender shrimp, and roasted veggies tossed in a homemade Cajun seasoning blend. Perfect for busy weeknights and crowd-pleasing dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds (Andouille preferred)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
  • 2 cups baby potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Slice bell peppers, cut onion into wedges, halve baby potatoes, and slice smoked sausage into 1/2-inch rounds. Place all in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Whisk to blend evenly.
  4. Toss vegetables and sausage with 2 tablespoons olive oil and about two-thirds of the Cajun seasoning blend until well coated.
  5. Spread the seasoned veggies and sausage evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Roast for 15 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through.
  6. While veggies roast, toss shrimp with remaining olive oil, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and the rest of the Cajun seasoning in a mixing bowl.
  7. Remove sheet pan from oven after 15 minutes and scatter shrimp evenly over the veggies and sausage. Return to oven and roast for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque and veggies are tender-crisp.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the sheet pan to avoid steaming the ingredients. Toss shrimp separately and add after initial roasting to prevent rubbery texture. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup. Adjust cayenne pepper to control spice level. Let the dish rest a few minutes after roasting to let flavors settle. Use gluten-free sausage to keep the dish gluten-free. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat gently in oven or skillet.

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