Cajun Shrimp and Salmon

This Cajun Shrimp and Salmon is bold, buttery, and packed with cozy Southern flavor. It’s the kind of dinner that feels a little special but comes together fast on a busy weeknight. Juicy salmon and tender shrimp are coated in smoky Cajun seasoning and finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Ingredients

• 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
• 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Pat the salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels.
2. In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
3. Rub the salmon and shrimp evenly with the seasoning blend.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until flaky. Remove and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, melt butter and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
6. Return salmon to the skillet, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Tip

For extra richness, spoon a little of the buttery pan sauce over the top just before serving. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.

This easy seafood skillet is perfect for a cozy dinner at home, save it for your next weeknight meal.

Cajun Shrimp and Salmon

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• Author: Julia
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x

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This Cajun Shrimp and Salmon is bold, buttery, and packed with smoky Southern flavor, all made in one skillet for an easy dinner.

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Ingredients

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2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)

1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp unsalted butter

1 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Pat the salmon and shrimp dry with paper towels.

2. In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.

3. Rub the salmon and shrimp evenly with the seasoning blend.

4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until flaky. Remove and set aside.

5. In the same skillet, melt butter and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.

6. Return salmon to the skillet, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra richness, spoon some of the buttery pan sauce over the seafood just before serving.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Category: Dinner
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Southern