Easy Cajun Shrimp Rice (Print Format)
Tender shrimp tossed in Cajun spices served over toasted brown rice with fresh herbs.
# Ingredients:
→ Seafood
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Grains
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1 1/2 cups brown rice
→ Dairy
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3 Tbsps grass-fed butter or ghee, divided
→ Liquids
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3 cups chicken bone broth
→ Herbs
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Fresh cilantro or parsley leaves, chopped
→ Cajun Seasoning
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1 Tbsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp fine sea salt
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp dried basil
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
# Steps:
01 -
Rinse the brown rice under cold water using a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Drain well.
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Pat the raw shrimp dry using a paper towel.
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In a small bowl, whisk together smoked paprika, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, thyme, and cayenne pepper.
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Preheat a large skillet and melt 2 Tbsps butter. Add shrimp in a single layer, sprinkle with half of the Cajun seasoning, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove, cover, and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 Tbsp butter, rinsed brown rice, and the rest of the Cajun seasoning. Toast for 1 minute.
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Pour in the chicken bone broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 22–25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add extra liquid if needed until rice is tender.
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Stir the cooked shrimp back into the rice along with chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve hot.
# Tips:
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This one-pan dish combines bold Cajun flavors with hearty brown rice for a complete and satisfying meal.