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  4. 32 Creole Dishes to Make This Week

32 Creole Dishes to Make This Week

Updated June 30, 2022
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Creole Seafood Jambalaya
Credit: Alison Miksch

No dinner plans tonight? Well, kick back and relax with these delicious Creole and Cajun recipes. Whether it's Mardi Gras or not, if you can't be in New Orleans, eating like you are is the next best thing. From jambalaya to gumbo, we've got exactly what you're craving for dinner in this crave-worthy collection of classic recipes.

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Creole Seafood Jambalaya

Creole Seafood Jambalaya
Credit: Alison Miksch

Creole Seafood Jambalaya Recipe

"My family has been making a version of this dish for generations."--chef John Besh

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Cajun Shrimp Linguine

Cajun Shrimp Linguine
Credit: Jennifer Causey Styling: Lindsey Lower

Cajun Shrimp Linguine Recipe

Classic Cajun flavors--the smoky, spicy seasoning; sweet shrimp; and onion, green bell pepper, and celery trinity--give this pasta toss a New Orleans vibe.

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Sausage, Shrimp & Quinoa Skillet

Sausage, Shrimp & Quinoa Skillet
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Sausage, Shrimp & Quinoa Skillet Recipe

We swapped rice for protein- and fiber-rich quinoa in this faux dirty rice, but any cooked whole grain would work well; give bulgur or farro a try to change things up.

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Warm Gumbo Dip

Warm Gumbo Dip
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Warm Gumbo Dip Recipe

For a dip that's sure to be the life of the party, look no further than this classic Gumbo Dip made complete with crave-worthy ingredients and a kick of heat.

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Red Beans and Rice with Fried Eggs

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Credit:  Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Karen Rankin; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Red Beans and Rice with Fried Eggs Recipe

Red beans and rice is a tried and true standby for good reason—at it's simplest, the dish is hearty, tasty, comes together fast, and can be whipped up with ease, even during those hectic weeks you can't seem to make it the grocery store. 

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Shrimp-and-Andouille Gumbo Dip

Shrimp-and-Andouille Gumbo Dip
Credit: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Rachael Burrow

Shrimp-and-Andouille Gumbo Dip Recipe

Bring a taste of New Orleans to the table with this fabulous seafood gumbo dip, which tastes great on veggie sticks, crackers, or a great slice of crusty bread.

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Collard Green Creole Dirty Rice

Collard Green Creole Dirty Rice
Credit: Alison Miksch

Collard Green Creole Dirty Rice Recipe

Nobody will have a hard time eating enough greens with this delicious side dish! The spices and flavors shine in this easy side that pairs well with your favorite Cajun and Creole main dishes.

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Creole Shrimp and Okra

Creole Shrimp and Okra
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Creole Shrimp and Okra Recipe

Think of this main as shrimp and grits with a distinctly Cajun attitude. Halved okra not only looks gorgeous, but it'll also give off less "slime" than chopped okra. Let the vegetables caramelize a bit in the pan for a richer base.

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Slow Cooker Shrimp Boil

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Credit: Kelsey Hansen; Prop Styling: Kashara Johnson; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners

Slow Cooker Shrimp Boil Recipe

For a classic summery meal without a fuss, look no further than this slow cooker shrimp boil. With a simple ingredient list and a largely hands-off cooking method, this easy seafood boil is a perfect recipe to plan on for casual warm weather entertaining or even as a low-effort meal to make at the rental house during a beach vacation. 

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Andouille Sausage Jambalaya with Shrimp

Andouille Sausage Jambalaya with Shrimp
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Victor Protazio

Andouille Sausage Jambalaya with Shrimp Recipe

Traditionally, rice is cooked in the jambalaya liquid, but for this flavorful slow-cooker version, it's best to stir in the cooked rice at the end.

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Turkey and Andouille Sausage Gumbo

Turkey and Andouille Sausage Gumbo
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Turkey and Andouille Sausage Gumbo Recipe

This gumbo is a great use for leftover roasted turkey, though cooked chicken will also work. We skip the long-stirred roux here in favor of filé powder, a thickener made from the sassafras plant; look for it on the spice aisle. For the best results, stir in the filé powder off the heat.

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Grilled Creole Chicken and Okra

Grilled Creole Chicken and Okra
Credit: Alison Miksch; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Grilled Creole Chicken and Okra Recipe

When the warm weather arrives and grilling season is in full swing, this easy grilled dinner is just the dish to make. With an array of vegetables and protein on one platter, there's something here for the whole family to enjoy.

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Creole Chicken and Vegetables

Creole Chicken and Vegetables

Creole Chicken and Vegetables Tout

This speedy one-dish meal is a great way to bring the flavors of New Orleans to your table without spending all day in the kitchen. The use of frozen veggies, quick-cooking rice, and a few on-hand spices are the secrets to speed. Watch the video for more prep tips.

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Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Pork Chops

Cajun Seasoned Pan-Fried Pork Chops
Credit: Oxmoor House

Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Pork Chops Recipe

Cajun seasoning adds a bit of zip to the breading of this classic Southern specialty. Pair with a fresh salad or one of your favorite potato side dishes for a hearty meal the whole family is sure to enjoy.

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New Orleans Red Beans and Rice with Pickled Peppers

New Orleans Red Beans and Rice with Pickled Peppers
Credit: Johnny Miller

New Orleans Red Beans and Rice with Pickled Peppers Recipe

In New Orleans, red beans and rice are traditionally served on Mondays because the dish uses up leftover Sunday ham. Grace Parisi likes making the recipe any day of the week, and she replaces the ham with smoky bacon.

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Chicken-and-Sausage Gumbo

Chicken-and-Sausage Gumbo

Chicken-and-Sausage Gumbo Recipe

Not all gumbos are full of seafood—this one brims with pieces of tender chicken and spicy sausage. And, in keeping with the tradition of gumbos, it's thickened with a rich roux and file powder.

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Best Ever Seafood Gumbo

Best Ever Seafood Gumbo
Credit: Cedric Angeles; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Best Ever Seafood Gumbo Recipe

We don't take "Best Ever" lightly! This gumbo is sure to become a family favorite for years to come. Best of all, some ingredients can be prepped ahead for a great way to save time during the cooking process.

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Instant Pot Gumbo

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Instant Pot Gumbo Recipe

Gumbo is traditionally a time- and labor-intensive dish, but our Instant Pot recipe delivers full-on flavor in just one hour. 

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Chicken Muffuletta

Chicken Muffuletta
Credit: Jan Smith

Chicken Muffuletta Recipe

Muffalettas are one of the signature sandwiches of New Orleans, and this chicken version is considerably lower in fat than the traditional ones packed with ham and salami. But it still has the olive salad that sets muffalettas apart from other sandwiches.

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Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
Credit: William Meppem

Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya Recipe

Jambalaya is a signature dish of Creole cuisine and is a one-skillet meal featuring cooked rice with vegetables and almost any kind of meat. Chicken and andouille sausage are the stars here, with a supporting cast of tomatoes, onions, peppers, and garlic.

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Chicken Creole

Chicken Creole
Credit: BECKY LUIGART-STAYNER

Chicken Creole Recipe

Creole cooking and Cajun cooking have some similarities, but are not exactly the same. Creole cuisine tends to be a little more elegant and often features more tomatoes and fewer spices than Cajun dishes. This Creole chicken dish features both cubed chicken and ham cooked in a mixture of tomatoes, herbs, and white wine. Turn it into a complete meal by serving it with rice.

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Steel-Cut Oats Jambalaya

Steel Cut Oats Jambalaya
Credit: Jennifer Causey Styling: Lindsey Lower

Steel-Cut Oats Jambalaya Recipe

The Creole classic gets a fun makeover with steel-cut oats, which are higher in protein and fiber than white rice. But I wouldn't dare change the heart of the recipe--the trinity of onion, bell pepper, and celery. Be sure to use quick-cooking steel-cut oats for the best results.

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Oyster-and-Shrimp Po' Boys

Oyster-and-Shrimp Po' Boys
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Ginny Branch

Oyster-and-Shrimp Po' Boys Recipe

Oyster-and-Shrimp Po' Boys are classic New Orleans sandwiches that come on a French loaf, often with shredded lettuce, tomato, and remoulade or Creole mayonnaise.

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Cajun Oven-Fried Chicken

Cajun Oven-Fried Chicken
Credit: Karry Hosford

Cajun Oven-Fried Chicken Recipe

Add a touch of Cajun spice to this all-time favorite Southern dish. Because it's oven fried, this chicken has less than 4 grams of fat per serving.

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Chicken Cakes with Creole Sauce

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Chicken Cakes with Creole Sauce Recipe

Think of crab cakes, but with chopped cooked chicken breast instead of crabmeat. When you're watching your pennies, this is a great choice. The quick and easy Creole sauce is made with light mayo, yogurt, Creole mustard, and a bit a ground red pepper for an extra kick.

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Pan-Fried Shrimp with Creole Mayonnaise

Tomato, Cucumber, and Fennel Salad
Credit: John Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Pan-Fried Shrimp with Creole Mayonnaise Recipe

Serve a lighter version of fried shrimp with a creamy Creole dipping sauce. Fresh, seasonal veggies make the perfect accompaniment.

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Creole Shrimp and Rice

Creole Shrimp and Rice
Credit: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr and Lindsey Lower

Creole Shrimp and Rice Recipe

Creole Shrimp and Rice is table-ready in just 40 minutes. Creole seasoning adds a kick of spice to this quick and healthy meal.

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Creole Chicken

Creole Chicken

Creole Chicken Recipe

Athena Kolbe, 38, Detroit"It has been 10 years since I devised this dish, and it's still one of my family's favorites."

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Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits

Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Heather Chadduck

Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits Recipe

This dish gets a great kick from some Sriracha hot chili sauce and a creamy texture with smoked gouda cheese.

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Crab-Stuffed Catfish Fillets with Cajun Rémoulade

Crab-Stuffed Catfish Fillets with Cajun Rémoulade
Credit: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Crab-Stuffed Catfish Fillets with Cajun Rémoulade Recipe

Chef Rusty Hamlin feeds the Zac Brown Band members and their fans at big, casual "Eat and Greet" suppers when the band is touring. Here's one of Rusty's favorite dishes, which he serves with Cajun Rémoulade and grits.

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Cajun Chicken Stew

Cajun Chicken Stew
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Styling: Gerri Williams for James Reps

Cajun Chicken Stew Recipe

Jennifer Nelson, 31, Crosby, Texas"This warm and soothing slow-cooked dish is so nice to come home to after a long day."

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Natalie's Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Tilapia

Natalie's Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried-Tilapia
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Natalie's Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Tilapia Recipe

Flavor budget-friendly tilapia fillets with Cajun (or Creole) seasoning, dredge in flour and cornmeal, and pan fry for a quick-cooking weeknight meal.

Find even more great dishes with our favorite Cajun and Creole Recipes.

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    1 of 32 Creole Seafood Jambalaya
    2 of 32 Cajun Shrimp Linguine
    3 of 32 Sausage, Shrimp & Quinoa Skillet
    4 of 32 Warm Gumbo Dip
    5 of 32 Red Beans and Rice with Fried Eggs
    6 of 32 Shrimp-and-Andouille Gumbo Dip
    7 of 32 Collard Green Creole Dirty Rice
    8 of 32 Creole Shrimp and Okra
    9 of 32 Slow Cooker Shrimp Boil
    10 of 32 Andouille Sausage Jambalaya with Shrimp
    11 of 32 Turkey and Andouille Sausage Gumbo
    12 of 32 Grilled Creole Chicken and Okra
    13 of 32 Creole Chicken and Vegetables
    14 of 32 Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Pork Chops
    15 of 32 New Orleans Red Beans and Rice with Pickled Peppers
    16 of 32 Chicken-and-Sausage Gumbo
    17 of 32 Best Ever Seafood Gumbo
    18 of 32 Instant Pot Gumbo
    19 of 32 Chicken Muffuletta
    20 of 32 Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
    21 of 32 Chicken Creole
    22 of 32 Steel-Cut Oats Jambalaya
    23 of 32 Oyster-and-Shrimp Po' Boys
    24 of 32 Cajun Oven-Fried Chicken
    25 of 32 Chicken Cakes with Creole Sauce
    26 of 32 Pan-Fried Shrimp with Creole Mayonnaise
    27 of 32 Creole Shrimp and Rice
    28 of 32 Creole Chicken
    29 of 32 Creole Shrimp and Sweet Potato Grits
    30 of 32 Crab-Stuffed Catfish Fillets with Cajun Rémoulade
    31 of 32 Cajun Chicken Stew
    32 of 32 Natalie's Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Tilapia

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