# What You Need:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Rice
04 - 1 cup jasmine rice
05 - 2 cups water
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Cajun Cream Sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
11 - 1 cup heavy cream
12 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
13 - 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
14 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
16 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, adjusted to taste
17 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
18 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
19 - 1/2 lemon, juiced
# Directions:
01 - Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat, keep covered, and let rest for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
02 - While rice cooks, toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning in a bowl, ensuring even coating.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer cooked shrimp to a plate and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt butter. Add chopped onion and diced bell pepper, sautéing for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Pour heavy cream and chicken broth into the skillet. Add Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring often for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
06 - Stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Add lemon juice and return cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in sauce and simmer for 2 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
07 - Divide cooked jasmine rice among serving bowls. Spoon creamy Cajun shrimp and sauce over rice. Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
