Cajun

You can enjoy the zesty flavors of Cajun recipes at home. Browse our Cajun cuisine for potluck ideas for a crowd and classic and healthy Cajun dishes.

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    Dirty Rice with Ground Beef

    16 Reviews

    Dirty rice with ground beef is a departure from the typical chicken liver-centric version, but it's just as tasty. This...


    Blackened Halibut

    8 Reviews

    This blackened halibut recipe brings a restaurant-quality seafood dinner to the table with very little prep and cook time. Serve...


    Chicken and Andouille Gumbo

    25 Reviews

    Chicken and andouille gumbo is a hearty one-pot-meal that's packed with bold flavor. It's the perfect dish for dinner parties, holidays...


    Big Easy Jambalaya

    11 Reviews

    Friends and family often request my jambalaya for gatherings. And I don't mind, since it's so easy to make. —Elizabeth...


    Shrimp Scampi Fettuccine with Andouille Butter

    3 Reviews

    We enjoy andouille sausage with pasta; now change up the usual Scampi by turning andouille into a butter sauce. —Judy...


    Andouille Sausage Hash

    2 Reviews

    I threw this hash together last minute for a church brunch. Folks liked it so much they asked me for...


    Muffuletta Olive Salad

    6 Reviews

    This is my version of a famous New Orleans salad. Try it as a sandwich topping. Try it on toasted...


    Bulgur Jambalaya

    1 Reviews

    I like making this dish because it allows me to stay on track for my weight loss without giving up...

    Meaty Slow-Cooked Jambalaya

    19 Reviews

    This recipe makes a big batch of delicious, meaty gumbo. Stash some away in the freezer for days you don't...


    Haddock with Lime-Cilantro Butter

    2 Reviews

    Here in Louisiana, the good times roll when we broil fish and serve it with lots of lime juice, cilantro...


    Gulf Coast Jambalaya Rice

    8 Reviews

    As the stew of the South, jambalaya is a definite staple. For ages, home cooks have been making their own...


    Cajun Pork Chops

    7 Reviews

    We stew Cajun pork chops with rice in a slow cooker to create a hearty, comforting dish full of flavor.


    Creole Pork Tenderloin with Vegetables

    Fresh summer vegetables are paired with lean pork and tasty Greek olives for a healthy and quick dinner that's great...


    New Orleans-Style Spicy Shrimp

    8 Reviews

    We have family members who attended college in New Orleans. This shrimp captures their favorite flavors from the Big Easy,...


    Game Day Gumbo

    15 Reviews

    Tailgating at Friday night high school games brings our children and friends together to share great food. Gumbo is a...


    My Best-Ever Jambalaya

    6 Reviews

    I tried to mimic Jambalaya from my favorite restaurant and it turned out so well my daughter and husband now...


    Shortcut Sausage Jambalaya

    6 Reviews

    Secret ingredient alert: A pinch of coffee crystals gives my jambalaya its roasty, toasty flavor. This quick and easy dinner...

    Grandma’s Cajun Chicken & Spaghetti

    5 Reviews

    I’m originally from Louisiana, where my grandma spoke Cajun French as she taught me her spicy chicken spaghetti. —Brenda Melancon,...


    Slow-Cooked Cajun Corn

    3 Reviews

    My husband loves corn on the cob, and I love this slow-cooker recipe because I don't have to stand at...


    Eggplant Shrimp Skillet

    8 Reviews

    This one-pot eggplant shrimp skillet recipe packs in vegetables like tomatoes and green pepper, has a little heat, and keeps...


    Cajun Potato Salad

    4 Reviews

    I have been making this mouthwatering potato salad for about 10 years. My family likes spicy foods, and thanks to...


    Catfish Cakes

    4 Reviews

    These cakes are crispy on the outside and moist and flavorful on the inside—a real treat! I like to serve...


    Five-Bean Soup

    1 Reviews

    One of my family's favorite soups, this tasty recipe was one I discovered years ago. Served with a salad and...

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    Hush Puppies

    23 Reviews

    Our recipe for hush puppies is easy enough for anyone to make. The result? Golden brown, airy, savory hush puppies...


    Lime Broiled Catfish

    5 Reviews

    To serve a reduced-calorie dish that is ready in about 15 minutes, I came up with this fast, simple recipe....


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    Louisiana Chicken

    1 Reviews

    Green peppers and mint add a surprise to this Louisiana chicken recipe. A roasting bag keeps the chicken moist and...


    Onion Blossoms

    An Onion Blossoms—whole onions cut to resemble a flower and then deep-fried—were the talk of the town when served at...


    Heavenly Crab Cakes

    6 Reviews

    When I switched to a low-fat diet, I thought I'd never be able to eat crab cakes again. But then...


    Cajun Chicken Linguine

    12 Reviews

    Our pasta began as a special, but due to its overwhelming popularity, we made it a permanent part of our...