Cajun Seafood Pot Pie Delight
This Cajun Seafood Pot Pie Delight is a creamy Southern comfort classic made with tender shrimp, sweet crab meat, mixed vegetables, and bold Cajun spices, all baked beneath a golden, flaky pie crust. Rich, hearty, and deeply flavorful, it’s perfect for cozy family dinners or special gatherings.
Equipment
- large skillet
- wooden spoon or spatula
- 9-inch pie dish
- Oven
- knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 flaky pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup lump crab meat, shells removed
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the shrimp, crab meat, and mixed vegetables. Cook for 3–4 minutes, just until the shrimp turns pink.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, then add the Cajun seasoning. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Line a baking dish with the pie crust and spoon the seafood filling evenly into the dish.
- Cover with the top crust, seal the edges, and cut small slits to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Check crab meat carefully for shells before using. Let the pot pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner servings. The flavors deepen beautifully the next day.