Instant Pot Cajun Shrimp Rice Bowls
Cajun shrimp rice bowls are a delicious, vibrant dish that brings the flavors of Louisiana straight to your table. Made in an Instant Pot, this recipe combines tender shrimp, fluffy long-grain rice, and colorful vegetables seasoned with bold Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining friends, these bowls are quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress your loved ones with every flavorful bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup long-grain rice (rinsed)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 small yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Select the sauté function on your Instant Pot. Add olive oil, chopped onion, and bell pepper; cook until soft (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the vegetables; stir well for about a minute.
- Add rinsed rice, chicken broth, and lemon juice; stir gently ensuring no rice sticks to the bottom.
- Place shrimp on top without stirring. Seal the lid and set to high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Once cooking is completed, perform a quick release. Fluff the mixture with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Customize by adding diced tomatoes or substituting shrimp with chicken or tofu for different protein options. Adjust Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.