Cajun Shrimp And Catfish Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp And Catfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk; 1 tablespoon low-salt blackening seasoning; 1 1/2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into 1/2-inch strips; Cooking spray; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup chopped green onions; 1 cup presliced mushrooms; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup light Alfredo sauce (such as Contadina); 1 tablespoon fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese; 5 1/2 cups hot cooked long-grain rice; Parsley sprigs (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon low-salt blackening seasoning
1 1/2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into 1/2-inch strips
Cooking spray
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped green onions
1 cup presliced mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup light Alfredo sauce (such as Contadina)
1 tablespoon fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese
5 1/2 cups hot cooked long-grain rice
Parsley sprigs (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Place the buttermilk and blackening seasoning in a large bowl, stirring to blend. Add catfish; toss gently to coat.
3
Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add catfish mixture; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Place the catfish mixture in a 2 1/2-quart shallow casserole coated with cooking spray.
4
Melt the butter in pan over medium-high heat. Add the onions, mushrooms, and chopped parsley; saute 3 minutes. Add shrimp; saute 3 minutes. Spoon shrimp mixture over catfish. Combine Alfredo sauce and broth, stirring with a whisk. Drizzle over the shrimp mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Bake shrimp mixture at 350u00b0 for 20 minutes or until bubbly. Serve shrimp mixture over rice. Garnish with the parsley sprigs, if desired.

1190

kcal

Calories

Fat

210

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk, 1 tablespoon low-salt blackening seasoning, 1 1/2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into 1/2-inch strips, Cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Cajun Shrimp And Catfish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cajun Shrimp And Catfish

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