Sheet Pan Cajun Shrimp and Potatoes
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
438 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Sheet Pan Cajun Shrimp and Potatoes
Description
This recipe uses baby gold potatoes tossed with olive oil, melted butter, and Cajun seasoning, then roasted on a sheet pan until tender and golden. The shrimp, coated in butter and Cajun seasoning, are added alongside during the final minutes of baking to develop a tender texture and balanced spice.
A honey butter sauce made from melted butter, honey, and minced garlic is whisked and brushed over the cooked shrimp, imparting a glossy finish and subtle sweetness that counterbalances the Cajun spice. The one-pan method simplifies preparation and cleanup while allowing flavors to meld.
Homemade Cajun seasoning can be used for more control over spice levels and ingredients. For a lighter option, omit the honey butter sauce. This dish serves well for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, providing a pleasing blend of heat, sweetness, and savory richness.
Ingredients
for the potatoes
- 1 ½ pounds baby gold potatoes quartered, or baby red potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning see notes for homemade
for the shrimp
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and de-veined, tails on or off, your preference, large
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning see notes for homemade
for the honey butter sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees and grease a large sheet pan.
prepare the potatoes
- Stir together olive oil, butter, and Cajun seasoning. Place potatoes in a large bowl. Pour butter mixture over the potatoes and toss well to coat.
- Arrange potatoes on one of half the prepared sheet pan in a single layer. Bake for 15 minutes.
prepare the shrimp
- In the same bowl you used for the potatoes, combine shrimp, butter, and Cajun seasoning and toss to coat.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer on the unused half of the sheet pan and return to oven for 6 minutes until shrimp are opaque and potatoes are fork tender.
add the honey butter sauce
- Whisk together butter, honey, and garlic, Brush over the shrimp and serve.
Notes
- Omit the honey butter sauce for a lighter version of the dish.
- Homemade Cajun seasoning can be made from garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 438 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 438kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 286mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 1058mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 857mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1368IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 196mg | 20% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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