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Cajun Shrimp & Salmon with Garlic Cream

Juicy shrimp and tender salmon simmered in a rich Cajun garlic cream sauce, perfect over rice or pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood & Sauce
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 fillets salmon (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 1 cup cooked rice or pasta for serving
  • 2 wedges lemon for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp and salmon dry and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon fillets on both sides until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add shrimp to skillet and cook until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, simmer 2 minutes, scraping browned bits.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
  7. Return salmon and shrimp to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer gently 2 minutes.
  8. Garnish with parsley and lemon. Serve over rice or pasta.

Notes

This creamy Cajun shrimp and salmon dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers reheat well with a splash of cream.