Leftover Cajun Stir Fry – Ash's In The Kitchen

Leftovers night! Repurposed shrimp, chicken thighs and sausage with fresh vegetables and tossed in Cajun spices. Added some steamed, lightly salted Brown Rice with a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Served with a vibrant Romaine salad, air fried mushrooms and Macaroni Salad.

2 cups leftover Shrimp, Chicken or Kielbasa

1 Tablespoon Peanut Oil

1 large Tomato; seeded and diced

1 small Zucchini; diced

1 Cup Bell Pepper; diced

1 small Onion; diced

2 Garlic Cloves; finely minced

2 Tablespoons Chicken Broth

1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper

1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika

1 ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder

½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes

2 teaspoon Salt and Pepper

1 teaspoon Onion Powder

1 teaspoon Thyme

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4 cups cooked Rice

  1. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add in the onions, tomato, zucchini and peppers, sautéing until tender; about 7 minutes.
  2. Add in the seasonings, broth and herbs, then stir in the shrimp, chicken or sausage.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until heated through; about 20 minutes. Serve over steamed rice.
  4. Enjoy!

Looking for a side dish? Try one of these recipes!

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