Shrimply Delicious Creole

Dive into the vibrant flavors of "Shrimply Delicious Creole," a mouthwatering one-pan dish that brings the heart of Louisiana to your table in just 45 minutes. This recipe combines tender, juicy shrimp with the classic “holy trinity” of Creole cooking—onions, bell peppers, and celery—simmered in a bold, aromatic tomato-based sauce infused with Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, and a hint of thyme. Perfectly balanced with a touch of optional heat from hot sauce, it’s served over fluffy white rice for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Garnished with fresh parsley and green onions, this Southern-inspired shrimp Creole is easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing main course. Try this savory dish today for a true taste of comfort that doesn’t skimp on spice or flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes, with juices
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
• 4 cups cooked white rice
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken stock to the skillet, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, dried thyme, bay leaf, and optional hot sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Add the shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, as needed.

Step 10

Serve the Creole over a bed of cooked white rice.

Step 11

Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2371.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1879.1

Total Fat 36.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 878.6mg	0%
Sodium 4881.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 239.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.4g
Protein 149.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 656.1mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 3546.7mg	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: 17.4%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 50.8%