Quick & Easy Shrimp Boil Foil Packets Recipe: Perfect for Summer Dinners

Shrimp boil without the mess? Yes, please! Wait until you try this quick & easy shrimp boil foil packets recipe that is perfect for summer dinners. Enjoy minimal prep and cleanup with this delicious seafood meal!

Are you looking for a delicious and hassle-free meal idea for your summer dinners? Look no further than this quick and easy shrimp boil foil packets recipe!

Shrimp boils are an American tradition that has been around since the 1800s. They’re easy to prepare and fun to eat! And with this foil packet recipe, you can make it any time of year. Doesn’t that sound so easy?

Combining succulent shrimp, spicy chorizo sausage, sweet corn, and tender potatoes, all seasoned to perfection with Old Bay, this dish is a crowd-pleaser. The best part? It’s cooked in convenient foil packets, making preparation and cleanup a breeze.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a family meal, these shrimp boil foil packets are sure to become a favorite.

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What is a Shrimp Boil Foil Packet Recipe?

A shrimp boil foil packet recipe is a delicious and convenient way to prepare a classic shrimp boil outdoors on a grill or campfire. It involves combining shrimp, potatoes, corn, sausage, and various seasonings in a foil packet and cooking it until everything is perfectly cooked and flavorful.

I make this dish often because my family loves it but it’s easy to serve for a dinner party too.

Seriously this shrimp boil recipe is SO GOOD!!! It is a ridiculously easy dinner recipe to make and tastes as if you slaved over a stove for hours. We enjoyed this dish almost every week this summer. And I made it for extended family Labor Day weekend. It was a HUGE hit. But I also make it year-round, even though the ingredients are not all in season.

The best part?

There is little to no clean-up. And who doesn’t want that? Prep work is minimal and it cooks quickly. So I added it to my list of easy dinner recipes for family. Wait until you try this easy, no-mess shrimp dish!

How to Make Shrimp Boil Recipe Foil Packets

Shrimp boils are a great way to celebrate summertime in America. This recipe for shrimp boil includes all the basics, plus a few extras. Like cooking it in easy foil packets!

Ingredients Needed to Make Shrimp Foil Packets

While this dish is easy to prepare, there are a few ingredients to pick up from the market if they aren’t growing in your vegetable garden. I grow lots of potatoes, onions, garlic, herbs and other goodies that make this recipe taste even better because I grew it myself.

Here’s what you need:

• 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1 lb chorizo sausage
• corn on the cob
• onion
• small red or yellow potatoes
• old bay seasoning
• salted butter
• extra virgin olive oil

How to Make Shrimp Boil Recipe Foil Packet Recipe: Step-by-Step Instructions

This recipe is super easy to make because you pretty much dump it all into foil packets, wrap it up, and bake. Here’s what you need to do.

• Cut pieces of foil to roughly 12″x12″
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
• However, there is a little preparation before doing that.
• Slice the chorizo into fifths, rough chop the onions and corn on the cob into halves or thirds.
• Evenly divide the shrimp, chorizo, onion, corn and potatoes onto small sheets of foil.
• Add a pat of butter and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil.
• Sprinkle it all with some old bay seasoning.
• Then wrap up the packets and bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes until the shrimp and sausage are cooked all the way through.

Shrimp Foil Packets Tips and Variations

Enhance your shrimp boil foil packets with these expert tips and creative variations, ensuring every meal is a hit.

For perfect results, prep all ingredients ahead of time to streamline assembly. Cut potatoes and corn into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking, and avoid overcrowding the foil packets to allow for proper steam circulation.

There are a few things I do to make it easy for myself. If you plan ahead with a shopping trip, most items are easy to prepare within minutes. Look for ingredients that are ready to go.

For example, I buy fresh corn out of the husk. It saves a few steps so the extra few dollars is worth it to me. And I typically buy frozen shrimp and thaw it before cooking. It’s such an easy dish! And I hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Foil Packet Recipe Variations

• Seafood Swap: Replace shrimp with scallops, mussels, or chunks of firm fish.
• Spice it Up: Add extra heat with a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
• Veggie Boost: Include bell peppers, zucchini, or asparagus for added color and nutrients.

This is one of those recipes where each component adds flavor to the dish so I wouldn’t swap out the chorizo sausage for say, sweet Italian sausage. Because the type of sausage used makes a difference in flavor.

Experiment with these variations to make this easy shrimp boil recipe your own, perfect for any summer dinner!

Shrimp Foil Packets FAQ

Got questions about making shrimp boil foil packets? We’ve got answers! Here are some common queries to help you master this easy and delicious recipe.

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes, you can use frozen shrimp. Just make sure to thaw them completely and pat them dry before using them in the recipe.

Should I boil shrimp with the shell on Or off?

In general, I suggest boiling shrimp in the foil with the shell on it because it keeps them more moist during the cooking process. So you’d have to peel off the shells later. But for this shrimp boil recipe? It’s easier to use shrimp that’s already been peeled and deveined.

Should you rinse the shrimp before cooking?

I recommend rinsing shrimp off with clean water in a collander before cooking. But make sure they are dry before cooking. To dry them, lay them out on a paper towel before adding to each foil packet. That said, I don’t always dry the shrimp before cooking. If you don’t have time to dry them, I wouldn’t worry about it too much.

What happens if you don’t clean shrimp?

While it’s not the worst thing in the world to skip deveining shrimp, it is still edible. But the gut of shrimp gut may have mud or sand in it that you can’t taste, but can experience the grit. If you’ve ever had seafood and tasted sandy grit, it’s not appetizing.

This is why I gravitate to shrimp that is already peeled and deveined for most of the recipes I make. However, you can easily devein shrimp yourself by using sharp kitchen scissors or a small knife to slice down the back and remove the black vein.

What goes with shrimp boil recipe foil packet?

Given this shrimp boil recipe has protein and vegetables in the foil packets, I recommend making it with something light such as coleslaw, crusty Italian bread, or a salad.

Here are some fresh salad recipes to accompany a seafood boil recipe.

• Simple Salad with Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Recipe
• Cucumber Salad with Dill Recipe
• The Best Bruschetta Tomatoes Recipe

Can I grill the foil packets instead of baking them?

Absolutely! Place the foil packets on a preheated grill over medium-high heat and cook for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

How do I store leftovers?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.

More About Shrimp Boil Foil Packets Recipe

Creating shrimp boil foil packets is a simple and delightful way to enjoy a classic seafood dish with minimal fuss. Perfect for summer dinners, this recipe combines the robust flavors of shrimp, sausage, and vegetables, all seasoned with Old Bay and cooked to perfection.

Whether you bake them in the oven or grill them outdoors, these foil packets are versatile and easy to customize. With the tips, variations, and answers to common questions provided, you’re well-equipped to make this dish a new family favorite. Enjoy!

Have you ever made a foil packet recipe before? What do you like to cook in a foil packet? I would love to know more in the comments below.

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please let me know in the comments below. I’d love to hear! And feel free to share this post with anyone you think would find it helpful too.

Thanks for dropping by the blog today.

Enjoy a beautiful day! xo

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