Cajun Shrimp & Steak Skillet with Creamy Mashed Potatoes 🥩🍤

When everyone wants something different, this hearty comfort dinner brings it all together!

 Ingredients:

For the Steak:

2 ribeye or sirloin steaks

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp unsalted butter

3 garlic cloves, smashed

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Cajun Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tbsp butter

1 tbsp olive oil

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 large onion, sliced

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tsp Cajun seasoning

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp black pepper

For the Mashed Potatoes:

2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed

4 tbsp butter

½ cup heavy cream

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

 How to Make It:

 Prepare the Mashed Potatoes

Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain, then mash with butter and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy for the best mashed potatoes, easy comfort food, and family dinner favorite.

 Cook the Steak

Season the steaks with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet and sear for 3–4 minutes per side. Add butter and garlic, then baste until beautifully browned. Let the steaks rest before slicing for an easy steak dinner, restaurant-quality meal, and perfect steak recipe.

 Sauté the Shrimp & Vegetables

In the same skillet, sauté the onions and bell peppers until tender-crisp. Add the garlic, shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika. Cook until the shrimp turn pink for an easy shrimp recipe, quick weeknight dinner, and bold Cajun flavor.

 Assemble the Skillet

Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes into a serving skillet or platter. Arrange the sliced steak over one side and the Cajun shrimp with peppers and onions over the other for the ultimate surf and turf, homemade comfort meal, and crowd-pleasing dinner.

 Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and drizzle any remaining garlic butter from the skillet over the steak and shrimp. Serve hot for the best steak and shrimp dinner, easy gourmet recipe, and special occasion favorite.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Serving: 4 people

Calories: ~780 per serving | Protein: ~50g per serving