Cajun Corned Beef & Sausage Skillet (Printable)

Quick, zesty skillet with corned beef, sausage, peppers and Cajun spices

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 7 oz corned beef, cut into bite-sized strips
02 - 7 oz smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
04 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
06 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
09 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 1/4 tsp salt, adjust to taste

→ Other

12 - 2 tbsp olive oil
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish
14 - Lemon wedges for serving, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
02 - Add smoked sausage slices and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
03 - Add onions and garlic; sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
04 - Stir in red and green bell peppers; cook for 3 minutes until just tender-crisp.
05 - Add corned beef strips, sweet corn, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Toss to combine evenly.
06 - Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until heated through and flavors meld together.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot with lemon wedges.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Its faster than delivery but tastes like something youd get at a proper Cajun joint
  • The combination of corned beef and smoked sausage creates this incredible depth of flavor you cant get from just one meat
  • Everything happens in one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
02 -
  • Dont crowd the pan or everything will steam instead of getting that nice sear
  • Cajun seasoning brands vary wildly in heat level, so start with less if youre unsure
  • The corned beef releases some liquid as it cooks, which helps create this incredible pan sauce
03 -
  • Let your skillet get properly hot before adding any ingredients, otherwise you miss out on that beautiful caramelization
  • If using frozen corn, pat it dry with paper towels before adding to prevent excess moisture

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