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Homemade Shrimp Foil Packets in Oven

Experience the magic of succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and smoky sausage wrapped in foil for an easy, flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.25 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh is best, but frozen works—just thaw before using.
  • 2 ears corn, shucked and cut into 1-inch rounds Use sweet corn for best flavor.
  • 0.6 lb andouille sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces Look for good quality sausage bursting with spices.
  • 1 lb baby red potatoes, quartered Baby potatoes remain tender and cook perfectly in packets.
  • 4 tbsp Old Bay seasoning Don’t skimp—it's the secret to the dish!
  • 1.5 tbsp minced garlic Fresh garlic elevates the flavor.
  • 1 whole lemon, juiced Freshly squeezed lemon juice is a must.
  • 3 tbsp butter, melted Room temperature butter helps combine ingredients easily.
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Adds depth of flavor.
  • Salt & pepper, to taste Always a chef’s best friends.
For the Brown Butter Sauce
  • 3 tbsp butter This adds a luxurious drizzle before serving.
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped Brightens the dish and adds color.
  • 1 lemon sliced For garnish and extra zing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the baby red potatoes in salted water for about 10 minutes until tender but still firm.
  2. Shuck the corn and slice it into 1-inch rounds. Slice the andouille sausage into 1/2-inch thick pieces, mince the garlic, and juice the lemon.
Mixing
  1. In a small bowl, combine the Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the shrimp, sausage, potatoes, corn, garlic, lemon juice, and melted butter together. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the top and toss again to coat everything evenly.
Cooking
  1. Tear off four large sheets of aluminum foil and place the shrimp mixture in the center of each sheet. Fold up the sides of the foil and seal tightly.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and the potatoes are tender.
  3. For the brown butter sauce, melt 3 tbsp of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until it turns a golden amber color.
Serving
  1. When the packets are done, open them carefully (watch out for the steam!). Transfer contents to serving bowls, drizzle with brown butter sauce, and garnish with parsley and extra lemon juice. Serve hot.

Notes

You can prep these packets ahead of time and keep them in the fridge until ready to bake. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.