Description
Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil brings the classic flavors of a traditional seafood boil into a convenient one-pan meal. This recipe features tender, juicy shrimp, smoky smoked sausage, sweet corn, and baby potatoes all roasted together with bold Cajun seasoning. It’s a simple, flavorful dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
Seafood and Meat
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
Vegetables
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 2 ears corn, cut into thirds
Seasoning and Oils
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the ingredients slowly and evenly.
- Parboil Potatoes: Boil the halved baby potatoes in water for 10 minutes until they are slightly tender but still firm. Drain thoroughly to avoid sogginess during roasting.
- Arrange Ingredients: On a large sheet pan, spread out the parboiled potatoes, corn pieces, and sliced smoked sausage evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Seasoning Mixture: In a bowl, combine melted butter, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat Vegetables and Sausage: Drizzle half of the seasoning mixture over the potatoes, corn, and sausage on the sheet pan. Toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients.
- Roast Initial Ingredients: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes. This helps the vegetables soften and the sausage develop a smoky crust.
- Add Shrimp and Season: Remove the sheet pan from the oven, add the peeled and deveined shrimp on top, then drizzle with the remaining seasoning mixture. Toss lightly if desired to coat the shrimp.
- Final Roasting: Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through but remain tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for a fresh herbaceous note. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the seafood and sausage to brighten the flavors.
Notes
- Use extra Cajun seasoning to increase the spiciness if desired.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp to maintain their tenderness; shrimp cook quickly and become rubbery if left too long.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful, buttery drippings from the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
