One-Pan Cajun Butter Steak & Shrimp
One-Pan Cajun Butter Steak & Shrimp
Get ready to fall in love with this sizzling One-Pan Cajun Butter Steak & Shrimp — a restaurant-style surf-and-turf dinner that’s shockingly easy and ready in 30 minutes. This recipe brings bold Cajun flavors, juicy steak bites, tender shrimp, and rich garlic butter all together in a single skillet.
Whether you’re cooking for date night or craving a high-protein comfort meal, this one hits the mark. The spicy Cajun seasoning complements both the beef and shrimp, while a buttery garlic sauce brings it all together in the most mouthwatering way.
Minimal cleanup, maximum flavor. Serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, or tucked into a crusty roll for the ultimate indulgence!
What You Need
For the Steak & Shrimp:
Sirloin steak or ribeye
Large shrimp (peeled & deveined)
Cajun seasoning
Salt & black pepper
Paprika (optional for extra color)
Olive oil
For the Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce:
Butter
Garlic (minced)
Lemon juice
Chopped parsley
Extra Cajun seasoning
How to Make Cajun Butter Steak & Shrimp
Season the proteins: Cube the steak and season both shrimp and steak generously with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Sear the steak: In a hot skillet with olive oil, sear steak pieces until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Remove and set aside.
Cook the shrimp: In the same pan, sauté shrimp until pink and curled. Remove.
Make Cajun garlic butter: Melt butter in the pan, stir in garlic, lemon juice, and parsley. Add a pinch of Cajun seasoning.
Toss and serve: Return steak and shrimp to the pan. Toss in the butter sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes to blend flavors.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
One skillet = easy cleanup
High-protein, low-carb option
Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or fancy weekends
Bold Cajun heat with buttery richness
Great over pasta, rice, or even in tacos
Variations & Substitutions
Protein Swap: Try chicken, scallops, or sausage instead.
Make It Creamy: Stir in a splash of heavy cream for a creamy butter sauce.
Mild Version: Use a mild Cajun blend or reduce the amount of seasoning.
One-Pan Cajun Butter Steak & Shrimp
A bold, buttery, and spicy surf-and-turf skillet dinner! Juicy steak and shrimp tossed in homemade Cajun garlic butter sauce — ready in just 30 minutes.
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
### Steak & Shrimp
– 1 lb sirloin or ribeye, cut into bite-size cubes
– 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 ½ tbsp Cajun seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– ½ tsp paprika (optional)
– 1 tbsp olive oil
### Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce
– 4 tbsp unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
– ½ tsp Cajun seasoning (or more to taste)
Instructions
1. Pat steak and shrimp dry. Season both with Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 2–3 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Add shrimp to the same pan. Cook 2 minutes per side or until pink and opaque. Remove.
4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and extra Cajun seasoning.
5. Return steak and shrimp to the pan. Toss in the butter sauce for 1–2 minutes. Serve hot!
Notes
– Don’t overcook shrimp — they cook fast!
– Garnish with lemon wedges for extra flavor.
– Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
