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Baked shrimp stuffed jalapeño peppers filled with creamy cheese and topped with seared Cajun shrimp, garnished with herbs and lime.

Spicy Cajun Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeño Peppers

Spicy, cheesy shrimp stuffed jalapeño peppers baked to golden perfection with creamy filling and Cajun-seasoned shrimp on top. An easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings bold Southern flavor to any party.
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Course: Appetizer, Party Food
Cuisine: Cajun, Mexican-Inspired, southern
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Chill Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 185kcal
Author: Hannah Cooking
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • 1 Large baking sheet (For baking jalapeño halves)
  • 1 Cast iron skillet (For searing shrimp)
  • 2 Mixing bowls (Separate for filling and shrimp)
  • 1 Parchment paper (To line baking sheet)
  • 1 Sharp knife (For halving and seeding jalapeños)

Ingredients

For the Jalapeños

  • 12 large Jalapeño peppers - Halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 8 oz Cream cheese - Softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese - Shredded, preferably sharp
  • 2 cloves Garlic - Minced
  • ¼ cup Green onions - Chopped
  • ½ teaspoon Onion powder - For flavor
  • Salt and pepper - To taste

For the Shrimp

  • 24 large Shrimp - Peeled and deveined (16/20 count)
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil - For searing
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning - Adds smoky spice
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked paprika - For depth and color
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper - To season shrimp
  • 1 whole Lime - Juiced over shrimp

For Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon Cilantro or parsley - Chopped
  • Parmesan cheese - Optional sprinkle
  • Lime wedges - For serving

Instructions 

  • Halve and deseed jalapeños.
  • Combine cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, and onions.
  • Spoon mixture into pepper halves.
  • Bake 15 minutes at 375°F until set.
  • Toss shrimp with oil, Cajun seasoning, and lime.
  • Cook 2 minutes per side in skillet.
  • Top each pepper with one shrimp.
  • Sprinkle herbs and Parmesan before serving.
    Baked shrimp stuffed jalapeño peppers filled with creamy cheese and topped with seared Cajun shrimp, garnished with herbs and lime.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used

Nutrition

Serving: 2stuffed jalapeños | Calories: 185kcal (9%) | Carbohydrates: 4g (1%) | Protein: 12g (24%) | Fat: 14g (22%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 90mg (30%) | Sodium: 320mg (14%) | Potassium: 160mg (5%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 450IU (9%) | Vitamin C: 18mg (22%) | Calcium: 110mg (11%) | Iron: 0.8mg (4%)