Pioneer Woman Sheet Pan Shrimp

Pioneer Woman Sheet Pan Shrimp is made with large shrimp, fresh asparagus, lemon juice, melted butter, and savory Cajun seasoning. The result is a tender, flavorful seafood dinner with crispy roasted vegetables and minimal cleanup. It is the perfect weeknight meal for busy families and is ready to serve four people in under 30 minutes.

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🤎 Why You Will Love This Sheet Pan Shrimp:

• Minimal Cleanup: This is a true sheet pan meal. Everything cooks on a single, foil-lined pan, which means you have virtually no pots and pans to scrub afterward.
• Ready in Under 30 Minutes: This is the ultimate busy weeknight meal. The vegetables and shrimp cook quickly, so you can have a flavorful, healthy dinner on the table in less than half an hour.
• Packs a Zesty Punch: The combination of savory Cajun seasoning, bright lemon juice, and rich melted butter creates a complex sauce that ensures the shrimp and vegetables are tender and bursting with flavor.
• Perfectly Portion Controlled: You get a protein (shrimp) and a vegetable (asparagus) all cooked together. This makes it easy to manage portions and serve a balanced, healthy meal.

🍤 Pioneer Woman Sheet Pan Shrimp Ingredients

For the Pan:

• 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed)
• 1 large bunch asparagus, trimmed (or 1 head of broccoli, chopped)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for vegetables)

For the Flavoring:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Cajun or Old Bay seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

🥘 How To Make Pioneer Woman Sheet Pan Shrimp

1. Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Toss the vegetables: Place the asparagus (or broccoli) on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, and a small sprinkle of the Cajun seasoning. Toss to coat.
3. Give vegetables a head start: Place the pan in the oven and roast the vegetables for 10 minutes. This ensures they soften before the shrimp are added.
4. Prep the shrimp: While the vegetables roast, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, remaining Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss until they are evenly coated.
5. Add shrimp and finish: After the vegetables have roasted for 10 minutes, remove the pan. Push the vegetables to one side and spread the seasoned shrimp onto the empty side of the pan.
6. Bake: Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 8 to 10 minutes. The shrimp is done when it is pink, opaque, and curved into a “C” shape.
7. Garnish and serve: Remove the pan from the oven. Squeeze a fresh lemon wedge over the entire dish, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Head Start is Crucial: Shrimp cooks very quickly. The 10-minute head start for the asparagus or broccoli is essential so that your vegetables are tender without overcooking and rubberizing the seafood.
• Pat Shrimp Dry: Always pat the shrimp dry before adding the seasoning. This allows the seasoning to stick better and ensures the shrimp roasts and develops color instead of steaming.
• Use a Large Pan: Do not crowd the shrimp and vegetables. Using a large, rimmed sheet pan ensures the ingredients are in a single layer, which promotes roasting rather than steaming.
• Cook Until “C” Shape: To prevent rubbery shrimp, watch the shape. When the shrimp curl into a tight “O” shape, they are overcooked. They are perfect when they are curved into a loose “C” shape.

🥗 What To Serve With Sheet Pan Shrimp?

This is a perfect main course serve it alongside fluffy white rice or quinoa to soak up the delicious lemon-butter-Cajun sauce. For a lighter meal, pair it with a simple side salad or serve it over pasta noodles.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Sheet Pan Shrimp?

• Refrigerate: Seafood is best eaten fresh store leftover shrimp and vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator for no more than 1 to 2 days.
• Freeze: Do not freeze cooked shrimp and vegetables, as the texture of both will be significantly compromised.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Sheet Pan Shrimp?

Reheating shrimp requires very low heat and short time, as it quickly turns tough and rubbery.

Important: Do not use the microwave! Microwaving will cause the shrimp to seize and become tough and chewy.

1. In the Oven or Toaster Oven (The Best Method) This low-and-slow method is the safest way to preserve the shrimp’s texture and warm the vegetables gently.

• Preheat: Set your oven to a low heat, about 300°F (150°C).
• Prep: Place the shrimp and vegetables on a small baking sheet.
• Cover: Cover the shrimp loosely with a small piece of aluminum foil. This helps to create gentle steam and prevents the surface from drying out.
• Heat: Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or just until the shrimp is warm all the way through. Do not wait for the vegetables to re-crisp fully, as that will overcook the seafood.

2. In a Skillet (Quick and Gentle) This works well for a single serving.

• Heat: Warm a small skillet over medium-low heat with a tiny drizzle of olive oil or butter.
• Toss: Add the shrimp and vegetables and toss gently for 2 to 3 minutes. Heat until steam begins to rise, then remove immediately.

FAQs

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📊 Sheet Pan Shrimp Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 portion

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 220mg
• Sodium: 550mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 8g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 34g

Pioneer Woman Sheet Pan Shrimp

Recipe by Imen DridiCourse: Dinner, Lunch, MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Beginner

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

280

kcal

Pioneer Woman Sheet Pan Shrimp is made with large shrimp, fresh asparagus, lemon juice, melted butter, and savory Cajun seasoning. The result is a tender, flavorful seafood dinner with crispy roasted vegetables and minimal cleanup. It is the perfect weeknight meal for busy families and is ready to serve four people in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed)

• 1 large bunch asparagus, trimmed (or 1 head of broccoli, chopped)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for vegetables)

• For the Flavoring:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon Cajun or Old Bay seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

• Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
• Toss the vegetables: Place the asparagus (or broccoli) on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, and a small sprinkle of the Cajun seasoning. Toss to coat.
• Give vegetables a head start: Place the pan in the oven and roast the vegetables for 10 minutes. This ensures they soften before the shrimp are added.
• Prep the shrimp: While the vegetables roast, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, remaining Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss until they are evenly coated.
• Add shrimp and finish: After the vegetables have roasted for 10 minutes, remove the pan. Push the vegetables to one side and spread the seasoned shrimp onto the empty side of the pan.
• Bake: Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 8 to 10 minutes. The shrimp is done when it is pink, opaque, and curved into a “C” shape.
• Garnish and serve: Remove the pan from the oven. Squeeze a fresh lemon wedge over the entire dish, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

• Head Start is Crucial: Shrimp cooks very quickly. The 10-minute head start for the asparagus or broccoli is essential so that your vegetables are tender without overcooking and rubberizing the seafood.
  Pat Shrimp Dry: Always pat the shrimp dry before adding the seasoning. This allows the seasoning to stick better and ensures the shrimp roasts and develops color instead of steaming.
  Use a Large Pan: Do not crowd the shrimp and vegetables. Using a large, rimmed sheet pan ensures the ingredients are in a single layer, which promotes roasting rather than steaming.
  Cook Until “C” Shape: To prevent rubbery shrimp, watch the shape. When the shrimp curl into a tight “O” shape, they are overcooked. They are perfect when they are curved into a loose “C” shape.