Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers
Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers bring a bold, peppery heat balanced by juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and tender rice in a tangy tomato base. Each bite layers aromatics, Creole spices, and a squeeze of lemon for brightness, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a game-day spread when you want something hearty with a kick.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 42 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 43
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 58
- Digestive
- 43
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease an 8x12 inch baking dish. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Remove the tops and seeds from the peppers. Blanch the peppers in the boiling water for 3 minutes. Drain them on paper towels.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent. Stir in the garlic, and season with oregano, Creole seasoning, and black pepper. Stir in the shrimp and sausage, and cook until the shrimp turns pink, 5 minutes. Stir in the rice, and cook for 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and tomato sauce. Cook until thick, 15 to 20 minutes. Fill the peppers with the stuffing mixture, and place them in the baking dish.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until heated through. Serve with lemon wedges and hot sauce.
- Calories 884.33 kcal High 44%
- Protein 34.81 g Good Source 70%
- Carbohydrate 122.31 g 44%
- Total Fat 31.03 g High 40%
- Saturated Fat 5.6 g High 28%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 115.79 mg High 39%
- Sodium 1112.3 mg High 48%
- Dietary Fiber 19.88 g Good Source 71%
- Total Sugars 26.19 g --
- Added Sugars 1.29 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 157.65 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 8.19 mg Good Source 46%
- Potassium 2770.13 mg Good Source 59%
- Vitamin A 340.47 mcg Good Source 38%
- Vitamin C 39.82 mg Good Source 44%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Cajun Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Andouille Pork Sausage, Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, and Creole Seasoning. Each serving provides about 884.33 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers made of?
- The main ingredients are Andouille Pork Sausage, Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Creole Seasoning, Dried Oregano. The full list of 14 is above.
- What goes well with Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers?
- About 1 hr in total: 45 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 884.33 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers healthy?
- Cajun-Inspired Shrimp and Andouille Stuffed Peppers has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 884.33 calories and 34.81 g of protein, or 70% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1112.3 mg (48% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.6 g (28% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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