Slow Cooker Cajun Shrimp Cheese Dip

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This slow cooker Cajun shrimp cheese dip is a rich, creamy appetiser made with chopped frozen shrimp, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella and cheddar, sour cream, garlic and Cajun seasoning. A touch of optional cayenne adds extra heat, while green onions provide a fresh finishing touch.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb frozen raw shrimp, chopped
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, optional for extra heat
  • Green onions for garnish

Preparation

  1. Add the shrimp: Place the chopped frozen shrimp straight from the bag into the slow cooker.
  2. Add the toppings: Layer the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella and cheddar blend, sour cream, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning and optional cayenne pepper over the shrimp.
  3. Cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 30–45 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and the cheeses are fully melted into a hot, bubbly dip.

As the dip cooks, the cream cheese, shredded cheese and sour cream melt together around the shrimp and seasonings. The mixture is ready for the final step when the shrimp are pink and the cheeses have fully melted.

Finish the Dip

  1. Stir and serve: Stir vigorously to combine everything into a smooth, creamy mixture. Garnish with green onions and serve warm with tortilla chips or toasted baguette slices.

Stirring thoroughly at the end brings the melted cheeses, creamy ingredients, shrimp and Cajun seasoning together into a smooth dip. Finish with green onions before serving.

Tips

  • Add the chopped frozen shrimp directly from the bag, following the original method.
  • Layer the ingredients in the slow cooker rather than mixing them before cooking.
  • The cayenne pepper is optional and can be included for extra heat.
  • Stir vigorously after cooking to create the smooth, creamy consistency.

Serving Notes

Serve the Cajun shrimp dip warm with tortilla chips or toasted baguette slices. Garnish with green onions for a fresh finishing touch.

Recipe Notes

This recipe keeps the preparation simple: add the frozen chopped shrimp, layer over the creamy ingredients and seasonings, then cook on HIGH for 30–45 minutes. Once the shrimp are pink and the cheeses are fully melted, stir everything together until smooth and creamy.

The optional cayenne pepper adds extra heat, while the Cajun seasoning provides the main seasoning for this rich, cheesy shrimp dip.

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