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Smothered Shrimp And Sausage

Smothered Shrimp and Sausage: A Cozy Creamy Delight

Enjoy a comforting dish of Smothered Shrimp and Sausage in a rich creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Dish
  • 1 lb Fresh shrimp Large, can use frozen if thawed
  • 1 lb Smoked sausage Andouille or kielbasa recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk if desired
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Vegetable broth or water can be used
  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used instead of canned
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 tsp Fresh thyme Dried herbs can be used in a pinch
  • 1 tsp Fresh oregano Dried herbs can be used in a pinch
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 medium Green bell pepper Chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced smoked sausage and brown it for 3-4 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle flour evenly over the mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes while stirring constantly.
  5. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and return browned sausage to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  7. Add fresh shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 28gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to swap shrimp with scallops or experiment with different sausages.

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