Description

Shrimp & Tomato Succotash Skillet is a vibrant one pan dinner that brings together juicy shrimp, blistered tomatoes, sweet corn, and tender lima beans in a bold Cajun inspired skillet meal. This recipe is colorful, fast to prepare, and packed with fresh vegetable flavor, making it ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners. The balance of sweet, savory, and lightly spiced elements creates a satisfying dish that feels both comforting and fresh.

Ingredients

Neutral oil such as avocado or canola oil

Cherry tomatoes, whole

Corn kernels from fresh cobs or thawed frozen corn

Kosher salt

Yellow onion, finely chopped

Red, yellow, or orange bell pepper, finely chopped

Fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped

Frozen lima beans, thawed

Cajun seasoning

Large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Fresh basil, chopped, or dried basil

Instructions

1. Heat neutral oil in a large stainless steel skillet over medium high heat and add the cherry tomatoes, cooking until blistered and softened while stirring occasionally

2. Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook until lightly charred, then season with a pinch of salt and transfer the mixture to a bowl

3. Add more oil to the same skillet and cook the chopped onion and bell pepper until softened and fragrant

4. Stir in the garlic and cook briefly until aromatic, then add the lima beans and water, cover, and simmer until tender and the liquid evaporates

5. Transfer the vegetable mixture to the bowl with the tomatoes and corn

6. Heat the remaining oil in the skillet and cook the seasoned shrimp until pink and cooked through on both sides

7. Lower the heat and return the vegetable mixture to the skillet, gently tossing everything together

8. Stir in the basil and warm briefly before serving

Notes

Drying the shrimp thoroughly before cooking helps achieve a better sear and prevents steaming

Using a stainless steel skillet encourages proper charring and deeper flavor development

Fresh corn delivers the best sweetness, but thawed frozen corn works well when patted dry

Avoid overcooking the shrimp, as they can become rubbery very quickly

Fresh basil should be added at the end to preserve its aroma, while dried basil benefits from brief heat exposure

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American