Baked Cajun Shrimp
I try to cook this Baked Cajun Shrimp dish at least twice a month because it's simple and quick to prepare. They make an excellent weeknight sheet pan supper.
Yield: 4
Materials
- - 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- - 2 tablespoons olive oil
- - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for extra heat
- - Salt to taste
- - Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
- - Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), and salt. Toss to ensure the shrimp are evenly coated.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, firm, and cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.