Cajun Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeños

❤️Cajun Shrimp-Stuffed Jalapeños❤️

🔥 A Bold, Spicy Appetizer That Packs a Punch!

👉Ingredients:

↪️12 large jalapeños, halved and deseeded

↪️1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

↪️1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

↪️1/2 cup softened cream cheese

↪️1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

↪️1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for crunch)

↪️1 tbsp olive oil

↪️2 garlic cloves, minced

↪️1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

👉Instructions:

✅️1. Prep the Peppers:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut jalapeños in half lengthwise, then remove the seeds and membranes. Set them aside on a lined baking tray.

✅️2. Cook the Shrimp:

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Sauté shrimp with Cajun seasoning and garlic for 3–4 minutes until pink. Remove from heat and chop finely.

✅️3. Make the Filling:

Combine shrimp, cream cheese, cheddar, and half the parsley in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.

✅️4. Stuff and Top:

Fill each jalapeño half with the shrimp mixture. Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top if desired.

✅️5. Bake and Serve:

Bake for 15–20 minutes, until bubbly and golden. Garnish with the rest of the parsley and serve hot!

👉Chef’s Tips:

1. 🌶 Adjust the Heat: For a milder version, soak jalapeño halves in cold water for 30 minutes before stuffing to reduce spiciness.

2. 🧀 Cheese Upgrade: Swap cheddar with pepper jack or smoked gouda for a different flavor profile.

3. 🦐 Make Ahead: Prepare the filling a day ahead and refrigerate—perfect for prepping party appetizers in advance.

🔸️Smoky, spicy, creamy, and irresistible—these Cajun shrimp-stuffed jalapeños will be the first to disappear at your next gathering!