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Louisiana-Style Shrimp Rice

Written by Tyler Vorce on

Last Updated on January 17, 2025

Get ready for a taste of the South with this Louisiana-Style Shrimp Rice! Succulent Gulf shrimp and smoky chicken sausage are simmered with mixed rice, tender veggies, and a medley of bold Cajun spices. A splash of Worcestershire and a squeeze of fresh lemon add a zesty kick to this comforting, one-pot dish. Serve it with a drizzle of hot sauce for an irresistible flavor explosion!

Louisiana-Style Shrimp Rice in a bowl

Louisiana-Style Shrimp Rice

Savor the taste of the South with Louisiana-Style Shrimp Rice! Juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and vibrant veggies simmered in a spiced tomato broth with fragrant rice. Finished with zesty lemon, it’s Southern comfort in every bite!
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Protein: chicken sausage, Fish / Seafood, shrimp
Cut: Chicken Sausage, Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp
Course: dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1/2 onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ButcherBox wild-caught gulf shrimp
  • 1/2 lb ButcherBox chicken sausage
  • 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup mixed rice (basmati, brown, and wild rice) or basmati rice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Bayou Blend Seasoning To taste
  • hot sauce To taste

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a medium pot over high heat, bring the broth to a boil.
  • Peel and dice the onion.  Dice the bell pepper and celery.  Peel and slice the garlic.
  • Cut the sausage into ½ inch thick rounds.

How to Cook

  • Heat the pan over medium heat.
  • Add half of the olive oil and heat until shimmering.
  • Add the sausage to the pan and cook until browned, stirring from time to time with a wooden spoon, about 4-5 minutes.  Remove the sausage from the pan and reserve.
  • Add the diced vegetables to the pan along with a large pinch of Bayou Blend Seasoning.  Cook until the vegetables are translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes to the pan and cook down until they become jammy.
  • Add the rice to the pan and stir into the vegetable mixture.
  • Add the hot stock to the pan along with the bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, and sausage; bring to a boil.  Turn the heat down to maintain a gentle simmer.  Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Season the shrimp on all sides with Bayou Blend Seasoning.
  • After 15 minutes, add the shrimp to the pan and cover again.
  • Simmer for 5 more minutes, then turn the heat off and let the rice rest for 5 minutes.
  • Open the lid and bask in that delicious aroma.
  • Serve your Louisiana-style shrimp rice along with wedges of lemon and enjoy!
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Chef Tyler Vorce

Chef Tyler Vorce is a Michelin-trained chef, renowned for his expertise in crafting unforgettable culinary experiences. With a background in world-class kitchens and a passion for education, Chef Tyler combines precision and creativity to inspire home cooks to master the art of cooking with confidence and flair.

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