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Shrimp Foil Packets

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These shrimp foil packets bring all the classic shrimp boil flavors—potatoes, corn, shrimp, and sausage—in one easy-to-cook, mess-free meal. Ideal for grilling, baking, or camping.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb baby red potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 2 ears corn, shucked and cut into 1–2″ pieces
  • 1 lb large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail on or off)
  • 13 oz cooked beef or chicken sausage, sliced
  • 5 Tbsp salted butter, melted
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning (or Old Bay / Creole / blackening seasoning)
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high (400–450°F) or oven to 400°F.
  2. Tear 4 squares of heavy-duty foil (~12×16″), spray with nonstick spray.
  3. Boil potatoes and corn for 7 minutes until just tender; drain.
  4. Whisk melted butter, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning in a large bowl.
  5. Toss potatoes, corn, sausage, shrimp, and parsley in the sauce until coated.
  6. Divide mixture evenly among foil squares, seal tightly by folding edges.
  7. Grill packets 4–6 minutes per side until shrimp is pink and veggies are tender, or bake 15–20 minutes in the oven.
  8. Let rest 5 minutes before opening. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Customize with extra veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, or asparagus.
  • Use seafood like scallops or white fish as alternatives to shrimp.
  • Adjust spice level with more Cajun seasoning or cayenne pepper.
  • Great for prepping ahead—assemble and refrigerate until ready to cook.
  • Leftovers reheat well in foil in oven or on grill.

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