Baked Shrimp Boil Packets - corn on the cob, potatoes, shrimp, and sausage all baked together in a foil packet for super easy cleanup!
I saw this recipe floating around for baked shrimp boil packets about a couple of years ago, and I didn't know why I waited this long to try it? My readers loved the oven baked sausage and potato recipe and this recipe has a somewhat similar baking method. Just think of shrimp and corn on the cob added to the potatoes and sausage. 🙂
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Why You Will Like This Recipe
The original recipe for baked shrimp boil packets calls for a lot of butter. You can make this super by switching the butter for spray butter and use as much as you like.
I'm not certain how many sprays you can have to reach a certain amount of calories but I believe it's 15 sprays for only 12 calories. Depends on which brand you use. Everything gets baked in aluminum foil and all the butter leftovers just end up at the bottom of the foil. This equals yummy sauce drippings that can soak up your corn, sausage, potatoes, or shrimp. Mmmm... Also, use a low-fat sausage or chicken sausage to keep this dish low cal.
Ingredients Needed for Shrimp Boil Packets
- Chicken sausage: Adds savory flavor and hearty protein to the shrimp boil packets.
- Uncooked shrimp: Use peeled and deveined shrimp for quick, easy cooking.
- Sweet corn: Adds a naturally sweet, juicy bite that pairs perfectly with the Cajun seasoning.
- Red baby potatoes: Boil until partially tender so they finish cooking in the foil packets.
- Garlic: Adds delicious savory flavor and complements the shrimp and sausage.
- Garlic butter spray: Adds buttery garlic flavor while keeping the packets light and easy to assemble.
- Cajun seasoning or Old Bay seasoning: Brings bold, savory seasoning to all of the ingredients.
How to Make Shrimp Boil Packets
- Chop corn into thirds. Set aside. Chop potatoes into 2 inch pieces. Boil corn and potatoes for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl combine shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes. Spray with spray butter and season with cajun seasoning and garlic.
- Divide between four 12x12 inch sheets of aluminum foil. Gently fold the sides of foil up so that all the food inside is wrapped around the foil.
- Grill Method: Cook on preheated grill over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes on one side, then flip and cook another 5-6 minutes on the second side.
- Baking method: Preheat oven to 400 degrees and bake foil packets 15-20 minutes.
- Serving size: 1 foil packet.
Pro Tips for Shrimp Boil Packets
- Use similar-sized shrimp: Large or jumbo shrimp work best and cook more evenly in the packets.
- Cut the potatoes small: Baby potatoes should be halved or quartered so they have enough time to become tender.
- Don’t overcrowd the packets: Spread the ingredients into an even layer so everything cooks properly.
- Use heavy-duty foil: It helps prevent leaks and keeps the buttery seasoning inside the packet.
- Check the shrimp early: Shrimp cook quickly and are done when they’re pink, opaque, and curled into a loose “C.”
- Customize the seasoning: Add more Old Bay, Cajun seasoning, garlic, or a pinch of red pepper flakes depending on how spicy you like it.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the shrimp boil packets with lemon wedges for squeezing over everything just before eating. A side of crusty bread or cornbread is perfect for soaking up the seasoned butter.
For a lighter meal, serve the packets with a simple green salad, coleslaw, or steamed vegetables. You can also add extra melted butter and cocktail sauce for dipping.
Storage and Freezing
Store leftover shrimp boil in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Let the food cool before refrigerating, and remove it from the foil before storing.
Because shrimp can become rubbery after freezing and reheating, freezing the cooked packets isn't recommended. If you want to freeze components ahead of time, freeze the cooked potatoes and corn separately and add freshly cooked shrimp when you're ready to serve.
Equipment Needed
This recipe can also be made on the grill. See recipe instructions for both baking and grilling. Super easy both ways no matter which method you decide to do. You know me, I like easy recipes!
Blackstone griddles are popular among outdoor cooking enthusiasts because of their versatility and they are also transportable so you can take them camping or to the lake. Unlike traditional grills.
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Healthy Baked Shrimp Boil Packets
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 20min
- Total Time: 30min
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Description
Healthy Baked Shrimp Boil Packets - corn on the cob, potatoes, shrimp, and sausage all baked together in a foil packet for super easy cleanup!
Ingredients
- 2 links of chicken sausage
- 1 lb of shrimp, uncooked
- 2 ears of sweet corn, cut into chunks
- 1 lb of red baby potatoes, boiled in water for 10 to 15 minutes
- 3 tsp of garlic
- 20 sprays of garlic butter (5 sprays per foil packet)
- 3 tsp of cajun seasoning or old bay seasoning
Instructions
- Chop corn into thirds. Set aside. Chop potatoes into 2 inch pieces. Boil corn and potatoes for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl combine shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes. Spray with spray butter and season with cajun seasoning and garlic.
- Divide between four 12x12 inch sheets of aluminum foil. Gently fold the sides of foil up so that all the food inside is wrapped around the foil.
- Grill Method: Cook on preheated grill over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes on one side, then flip and cook another 5-6 minutes on the second side.
- Baking method: Preheat oven to 400 degrees and bake foil packets 15-20 minutes.
- Serving size: 1 foil packet.
Notes
myWW points: Blue Points: 7; Green Points: 11; Purple Points: 4
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 301
- Sugar: 5
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 36
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 39
I am not affiliated with WW formerly known as Weight Watchers in any way. I am just a member who likes to create WW recipes and share them with everyone. Freestyle is the name of the current program of WW and smart points are calculated for the recipes. Some blogs list them as freestyle smart points and some list them as smart points. There is no difference between the 2.
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