Sheet Pan Cajun Sausage and Shrimp with Veggies
This bold, flavourful sheet pan Cajun sausage and shrimp with veggies recipe brings the essence of Southern cooking to your kitchen in under 30 minutes. Easy to prepare, customisable, and ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Equipment
- Large sheet pan
- Mixing bowls
- Parchment paper or foil
- Sharp knife and cutting board
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined, raw
- 12 oz smoked sausage sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 bell peppers any colour, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini sliced into half-moons
- 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning store-bought or homemade
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- Lemon wedges optional, for serving
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment or foil.
- In a bowl, toss the sausage, bell peppers, zucchini, and onion with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and half the Cajun seasoning.
- Spread this mixture evenly on the sheet pan and roast for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss the shrimp with the remaining olive oil and seasoning.
- After 15 minutes, add the shrimp to the pan and roast everything for another 8 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Serve hot, with optional lemon wedges for added brightness.
Notes
For a homemade Cajun seasoning, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Use two pans if needed to avoid overcrowding.
Great for meal prep – stores up to 3 days in the fridge.
Easily adjustable spice level based on your preference.