Description
This Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil recipe is an easy, flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. It combines succulent large shrimp, smoky sausage, tender baby potatoes, and sweet corn all roasted together with a zesty blend of Old Bay seasoning, garlic, and paprika. Ready in under 45 minutes, it delivers a classic seafood boil taste with minimal cleanup and maximum convenience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
- 12 oz (340g) smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 lb (450g) baby red or gold potatoes, halved
- 3 ears of corn, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- Crushed red pepper flakes, for extra heat
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for roasting the ingredients.
- Prepare Sheet Pan: Line a large sheet pan with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Season Potatoes: In a bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes on the sheet pan and roast in the oven for 15 minutes to start softening them.
- Mix Remaining Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine shrimp, sliced smoked sausage, corn pieces, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, melted butter, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
- Add Sausage and Corn: Remove the sheet pan from the oven, then add the sausage and corn to the partially cooked potatoes. Stir gently to combine.
- Continue Roasting: Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast for another 10 minutes, allowing the sausage and corn to cook and flavors to meld.
- Add Shrimp and Lemon: Remove the sheet pan again and spread the seasoned shrimp evenly over the other ingredients. Scatter lemon slices over the top for bright citrus flavor.
- Final Roast: Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the cooked shrimp boil and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp as they can become tough; remove from heat once they turn fully pink and opaque.
- Use smoked sausage for a deeper, smoky flavor, but you can substitute with any cooked sausage of your choice.
- Foil or parchment lining helps with quicker cleanup and prevents sticking.
- Optional vegetables like red onion and bell pepper can be added before roasting for additional color and flavor.
- Adjust seasoning quantities based on your taste preference, especially if you prefer it spicier with more Old Bay or Cajun seasoning.
