Southern Comfort Seafood Skillet: Cajun Salmon and Shrimp with Creamy Garlic Sauce

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Sprinkle 1.5 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning evenly over both sides of the salmon. In a separate bowl, toss shrimp with the remaining 1.5 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning until evenly coated. Set aside.
2. 2

   Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place salmon fillets into the hot skillet. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove salmon and set aside on a plate, covered loosely with foil.
3. 3

   Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the same skillet. Once butter is melted, add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, stirring occasionally, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and add to the plate with the salmon.
4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium-low. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Do not burn the garlic.
5. 5

   Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 1-2 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, dried oregano, dried thyme, and optional cayenne pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6

   Return cooked salmon and shrimp to the skillet with the garlic cream sauce. Gently spoon sauce over the seafood and warm through for 1-2 minutes. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley before serving.