How to Make Louisiana Shrimp Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food with a touch of Southern flair, Louisiana Shrimp Casserole is a classic that never fails to impress. This hearty and flavorful dish is a staple in Cajun and Creole cuisine, and it is loved for its rich and indulgent combination of ingredients. From succulent shrimp to creamy cheese and aromatic spices, every bite of this casserole is a burst of deliciousness that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Louisiana.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups uncooked instant rice
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of shrimp soup
  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
  • ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  • Place rice and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 10 minutes. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place shrimp in the skillet and cook 3 minutes, or until opaque; set aside. Melt butter in the skillet. Stir in the mushrooms and cook 2 minutes. Mix in soup and sour cream. Cook until heated through, but do not boil. Return shrimp to skillet and cook until heated through. Scoop skillet mixture over rice in baking dish and top with cheese.
  • Broil 5 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bubbly.
  • Nutrition

    572 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 250mg
    • Sodium: 1150mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 313mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 353mg