7 Weeknight Shrimp Dinners

Yes, we can hear your collective sigh out there -- a sigh of relief, a sigh of gratitude. The word "shrimp" in a main course promises a dinner that's fast, healthy, and protein-packed: a savior on a weeknight, an elegant companion at a party, and every role in between. Here are 7 easy shrimp dinners, some dressed-up, some dressed-down, all sigh-worthy.

Shrimp Gumbo by drbabs

Shrimp a la Bittman by amanda

Spicy Shrimp by Helen

Okonomiyaki by Midge

Shrimp and Chorizo Sandwich by amanda

Shrimp Pad Thai by mtlabor

Flamin' Cajun Shrimp by fiveandspice