Cajun Shrimp Skillet Nachos
Elevate your snacking game with my Cajun Shrimp Skillet Nachos—perfect for summer gatherings, game nights, and Olympic watch parties.
Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb medium shrimp peeled, deveined and tails removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cajun or seafood seasoning of choice
- Kosher salt to taste
- 1 tbsp butter *for sautéing shrimp
- 1/2 bag of your favorite tortilla chips
- 1 cup of Mexican cheese blend + more as desired
- 1/2 cup black beans drained
Toppings
- Avocado
- Sour Cream
- Salsa
- Lime
- Cilantro
- Jalapeño for spice
Instructions
- In a bowl, season shrimp with olive oil, cajun seasoning and salt
- To a skillet on medium heat, melt butter an sauté shrimp until just cooked, about 4 minutes
- Remove shrimp and set aside
- To a cast iron skillet, add a layer or chips, followed by cheese, black beans and cheese
- Repeat the layering until you get to the top of the skillet
- The final layer should be cheese
- Broil until cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes
- Top with desired toppings, serve warm and enjoy