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Cajun Salmon & Shrimp Skillet

A delightful one-pan dish that combines crispy salmon, tender shrimp, and creamy mashed potatoes, infused with bold Cajun spices for an exceptional flavor experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Louisiana
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 fillets salmon fillets
  • 12 large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup green beans
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for sauce)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the potatoes: Place the peeled potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Mash the potatoes: Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper, then mash until smooth.
  3. Prepare the salmon: Season the salmon fillets generously with Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the fillets for 4-5 minutes per side.
  2. Sear the shrimp: Season the shrimp lightly with salt and cook until golden and opaque, around 2-3 minutes.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add broccoli, green beans, zucchini, and minced garlic. Sauté for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Make the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir in parmesan cheese, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Serving
  1. Plate the dish: Start with a generous dollop of mashed potatoes, add the seared salmon and shrimp on top, and spoon the creamy vegetables around the edges.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For a spicy version, add chopped jalapeños to the shrimp. For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with Greek yogurt.