Here’s a delicious Shrimp Stuffed Peppers recipe—creamy, cheesy, savory, and easy enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for guests.
🦐🌶️ Shrimp Stuffed Peppers
Servings: 4
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 30–35 minutes
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined, chopped into small pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- ½ onion, finely diced
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, jasmine, or cauliflower rice)
- ½ cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned, drained)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese OR heavy cream (optional but makes it creamy)
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (or paprika + garlic powder + onion powder)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley or green onions, chopped
- Optional: squeeze of lemon
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the Peppers
- Slice the tops off peppers and remove seeds.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place peppers cut-side up in a baking dish.
- Add a splash of water to the dish and cover with foil.
- Pre-bake for 15 minutes to soften.
2. Cook the Filling
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté onions for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Add chopped shrimp and cook until just pink (2–3 minutes).
- Stir in tomatoes, cooked rice, seasonings, and cream cheese/heavy cream if using.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- Stir in half the mozzarella and the Parmesan.
- Remove from heat and mix in parsley/green onion.
3. Stuff the Peppers
- Spoon the shrimp mixture into the pre-baked peppers.
- Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
4. Bake
- Return peppers to the oven and bake 15–20 minutes
or until cheese is melted and lightly golden.
🌟 Optional Enhancements
- Add andouille sausage for Cajun flavor.
- Add 1 tsp Old Bay for a coastal twist.
- Stir in ¼ cup Alfredo sauce for extra creaminess.
- Use pepper jack cheese for more spice.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve with:
- Garlic bread
- A side salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Lemon wedges
Want a Cajun-style, low-carb, or creamy Alfredo shrimp stuffing version?
