Cajun Shrimp Dip
This Cajun shrimp dip is a blend of shrimp, peppers, seasonings and three types of cheese, all baked together to hot and bubbly perfection. The perfect party dip that's sure to please any crowd!
Servings 8
Calories 275kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined (leave the tails on 3 shrimp for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup red and/or green bell pepper finely diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 1/4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided use
- 2 tablespoons green onions sliced
- diced red and green bell pepper for garnish optional
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a small skillet or baking dish with cooking spray.
- Set aside the 3 whole shrimp with tails on for garnish. Chop the remaining shrimp into 1/2 inch pieces.
- Heat the butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp, including the 3 reserved shrimp. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the bell peppers, garlic and Cajun seasoning to the pan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes or until shrimp are pink and opaque. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the whole shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Pour the shrimp and pepper mixture into a bowl along with the cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, parmesan cheese and 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Stir to combine gently.
- Spread the shrimp mixture into the prepared pan and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until dip is golden brown and bubbling.
- Garnish with reserved shrimp, peppers and green onions, then serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 204mg | Sodium: 754mg | Potassium: 127mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 855IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 281mg | Iron: 1.5mg