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Creamy Cajun Shrimp

Yield: 2 servings
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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 10 oz. shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning, divided
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup fat-free half and half
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch (mixed with 1 1/2 tablespoons of water)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Place the shrimp in a bowl and add 1 teaspoon of cajun seasoning. Stir to combine.
  • Spray a nonstick pan with cooking oil. Add the shrimp and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side.
  • Remove the shrimp from the pan and cover it. Leave any extra juices in the pan.
  • Add the red bell pepper and onion to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes then add the minced garlic. Let cook for 1 minute then stir in 1 teaspoon of cajun seasoning.
  • Pour in the half and half. Once it starts to simmer stir in the cornstarch slurry.
  • When the mixture has thickened add the shrimp back in.