Description
A vibrant and hearty one-pan skillet recipe featuring succulent shrimp and smoky sausage cooked with fresh vegetables like bell pepper, asparagus, and zucchini. This flavorful dish blends aromatic garlic, spices, and a touch of chicken broth for a perfect balance of textures and tastes, making it a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood and Meat
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced
Vegetables
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup asparagus, cut into pieces
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
Pantry and Seasonings
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook Shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and shrimp, sautéing until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Brown Sausage: Add sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and fragrant. Remove both shrimp and sausage from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté Vegetables: Lower heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Stir in diced red bell pepper, asparagus pieces, and diced zucchini. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook until vegetables brighten in color and start to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Simmer Vegetables: Pour in chicken broth, stir gently, cover the skillet, and let the vegetables simmer until tender-crisp, about 5 more minutes.
- Combine and Heat Through: Return the cooked shrimp and sausage to the skillet, stirring to combine and heat everything through thoroughly.
- Serve and Garnish: Spoon the shrimp, sausage, and vegetable mixture onto plates. Garnish with fresh parsley and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired for extra heat.
Notes
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- Make sure not to overcook shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Use smoked sausage for a richer flavor; substitute with kielbasa if desired.
- For a gluten-free version, verify that the smoked sausage and chicken broth are gluten-free.
- Fresh parsley adds a nice bright finish, but you can also use cilantro or basil.
