Description
This Creamy Spicy Keto Shrimp and Sausage Skillet combines simple ingredients into a satisfying dish perfect for a low-carb lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Shrimp
- 12 oz Smoked Sausage
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
- 1 medium Green Bell Pepper
- 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- 4 cloves Minced Garlic
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. This should take about 2 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and smoked sausage to the skillet. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning and sauté until the shrimp turns pink and the sausage is browned, approximately 4-5 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium, then add butter to the skillet. Sauté the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant; be careful not to burn it!
- Pour in the chicken broth, the remaining Cajun seasoning, heavy whipping cream, and cayenne pepper. Simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Return the shrimp and sausage to the skillet, and mix well to coat them in the creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and adjust the spice with cayenne if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute chicken or firm tofu for shrimp if desired.
- Use turkey or chicken sausage as an alternative.
- Coconut oil can replace olive oil for a different flavor.
- Ghee can be used instead of butter for a dairy-free option.
- Adjust the level of cayenne pepper based on your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg