Cajun Shrimp Scampi

This Cajun twist on traditional shrimp scampi brings a bold flavor with a hint of spice. Succulent shrimp are cooked in a savory sauce infused with garlic, butter, and Cajun seasoning, then finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve over pasta or with crusty bread for a satisfying seafood dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley, for garnish
• Cooked pasta or crusty bread, for serving

Instructions:

In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant

Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through

Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth and white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom

Squeeze in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste

Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens

Serve the Cajun shrimp scampi over cooked pasta or with crusty bread

Garnish with chopped parsley

Enjoy