Zesty and Quick Keto Shrimp and Sausage Recipes: Skillet and Foil Pack Delights

Looking for a flavorful, quick, and easy keto-friendly meal? Look no further than these shrimp and sausage recipes! Whether you prefer the convenience of a one-pan skillet or the fun of foil packs, these dishes are packed with flavor, texture, and healthy ingredients, perfect for a busy weeknight or a satisfying weekend meal.

Low Carb Shrimp & Sausage Skillet: A One-Pan Wonder

This Low Carb Shrimp & Sausage Skillet is a go-to meal for a busy weeknight. It is absolutely packed with flavor and cooks all in one pan. It’s ready in just 20-30 minutes and makes cleanup a breeze. This dish is Paleo, Keto, and Whole30 compliant.

Ingredients

• ½ pound Shrimp (raw, frozen or fresh)
• 1 pound Smoked Cooked Chicken Sausage (turkey, chicken, beef, or pork)
• ½ Cup Sliced Red Onion
• 1 Cup Sliced Red Bell Pepper
• 1 Cup Sliced Yellow Bell Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic (fresh if possible)
• 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning (or to taste)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ¼ Cup Chicken Broth
• 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• Optional: other veggies like zucchini and yellow squash, cauliflower rice or regular rice for serving

Instructions

1. Heat the 1 tablespoon Olive Oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ½ Cup Sliced Red Onion, 1 Cup Sliced Red Bell Pepper, and 1 Cup Sliced Yellow Bell Pepper to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until tender.
3. Add the 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Season the vegetables to taste with Salt and pepper, then remove from the pan and keep warm.
5. Add the ½ pound Shrimp and 1 pound Smoked Cooked Chicken Sausage to the pan; sprinkle with 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning.
6. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque and sausage is heated through 3-4 minutes.
7. Stir in the ¼ Cup Chicken Broth and mix for another minute.
8. Add the vegetables back to the pan. Mix to cook for another minute.
9. Add the 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice and simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this shrimp and sausage skillet as is in a bowl. To bulk it up a bit, serve it over cauliflower rice to keep it both Keto and Whole30 or regular rice as well. You can also serve this with your favorite salmon or cod recipe or bacon-wrapped avocado fries.

Tips and Variations

• Spice Level: Increase or decrease the Cajun seasoning based on your preferred level of spice. If you don’t have cajun seasoning, use any other seasoning you have on hand or make your own. Cajun seasoning is made of garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, paprika, thyme, oregano, and salt.
• Vegetables: Feel free to add other veggies like zucchini and yellow squash.
• Shrimp: Use raw shrimp. Whether they are frozen or fresh, it doesn’t matter. Just don’t use cooked shrimp. It is best to thaw frozen shrimp before you cook them though. They are very easy to thaw. Place in a colander, and run it under cool water. It thaws in a few minutes.
• Sausage: There are a few out there that you can use. Turkey, chicken, beef or pork.
• Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Add the veggies, shrimp, and sausage to the pan (skip the broth). Season them with the oil, garlic, seasonings, salt, and pepper. Toss together using your hands, spread them across the pan and pop it in the oven to bake for 15-18 minutes or until you see the shrimp has turned pink and curled up.
• Air Fryer Method: Preheat the air fryer to 375F for about 5 minutes. Do not slice the veggies and onions too thin so they hold up as the shrimp cooks. Add in the oil, garlic, and lemon juice. Pour the shrimp and veggie mixture into the air fryer basket and air fry for 6-8 minutes.

Avoiding Rubbery Shrimp

If your shrimp is rubbery it means you overcooked them. It is important to not overcook your shrimps. Using raw and large-sized shrimps will help you not overcook your shrimps. The best way to know the shrimps is ready and just perfect is to wait just until it curls up into a C. If it curls too much and pretty much looks like an O then you have overcooked them.

Keto Shrimp and Sausage Foil Packs: Flavorful and Fun

These shrimp and sausage keto foil packs are a low carb meal prep favorite. The foil keeps all the seasoning and moisture inside so you get a lot of flavor without a lot of effort. The veggies end up perfectly steamed and the shrimp is tender.

Read also: Easy Low-Carb Cheese Crackers

Ingredients

• 1 pound Shrimp
• 1 pound Smoked sausage
• 1 Zucchini
• Peppers
• Onion
• Olive oil
• Melted butter
• Minced garlic
• Smoky paprika
• Spicy cayenne
• Herbs and spices
• Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. Cut 4 sheets of foil, about 12"x12".
3. Slice zucchini and smoked sausage into bite-sized rounds or wedges.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine shrimp, sausage, zucchini, peppers, and onion.
5. Separately, whisk together the Cajun marinade ingredients (olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, and spices).
6. Add marinade and cilantro to your shrimp/sausage/veggie mixture and toss to coat.
7. Divide mixture into four portions and place into the center of each sheet of foil.
8. Seal the foil packs.
9. Bake for 15-18 minutes.

Tips and Variations

• These keto shrimp and sausage foil packs have a bit of heat to them; halve the cayenne pepper to keep things a little milder.
• You can also toss them on the grill when the weather is warmer.

Creamy Spicy Keto Shrimp and Sausage Skillet

If you enjoy making skillet dinners, then this creamy version is for you! The thick, creamy sauce is what makes this dinner taste so incredible!

Ingredients

• Shrimp
• Sausage
• Bell peppers
• Onion
• Chicken broth
• Cajun seasoning
• Heavy whipping cream
• Cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Saute shrimp and sausage until browned and cooked through.
2. Add in the chicken broth, remaining cajun seasoning, heavy whipping cream and cayenne pepper to taste.

Health Benefits and Nutritional Information

These keto shrimp and sausage recipes are not only delicious but also offer several health benefits:

• Low Carb: Perfect for those following a ketogenic diet. This entire recipe has only 4 grams net carbs in each serving. If you have extra carbs, you can add more bell peppers and onion.
• High Protein: Provides a large portion of your day’s protein.
• Gluten-Free: This recipe is gluten-free when prepared as described.

The nutritional information for these recipes is calculated as a courtesy and is an approximate only.

Read also: Keto Calorie Counting: A Detailed Guide

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