Saucy Creole Shrimp for One

Dive into bold Southern flavors with this Saucy Creole Shrimp for One, a quick and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for a cozy solo dinner. Bursting with aromatic vegetables like onion, celery, and green bell pepper, this vibrant dish simmers in a luscious tomato-based sauce infused with Creole seasoning, smoky paprika, and a hint of thyme. Succulent shrimp take center stage, cooking to tender perfection in just minutes. Serve it over fluffy rice to soak up the rich sauce, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color. With only 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes to cook, this recipe brings the taste of New Orleans to your kitchen in no time! Keywords: Creole shrimp recipe, easy shrimp dinner, one-pan shrimp recipe, quick Creole dish, solo dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 8 pieces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 small onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 celery stalk, finely diced
• 0.25 green bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 0.25 cup chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 cup cooked white or brown rice (optional, for serving)
• 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, celery, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken or vegetable stock. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and add the shrimp to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 7

Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and fully cooked through.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot over cooked rice, if desired, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(491.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	430.1

Total Fat 19.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 158.6mg	0%
Sodium 1129.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 7.1g
Protein 24.6g	0%

Vitamin D 143.1IU	0%
Calcium 119.2mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 752.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 37.7%