Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Category: Dinner
• Cuisine: American / Cajun Inspired
• Keywords: shrimp foil packs, sausage and shrimp dinner, seafood foil packets, easy shrimp dinner, deesviral recipes

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 ears corn, cut into thirds
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 smoked sausage, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, corn, potatoes, and smoked sausage.
3. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with paprika, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
4. Divide the mixture evenly between large sheets of heavy-duty foil.
5. Top each foil packet with small pieces of butter.
6. Fold and seal the foil packets tightly.
7. Bake or grill for 25–30 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and shrimp are fully cooked.
8. Carefully open packets and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Helpful Tips

• Cut potatoes into small pieces so they cook evenly.
• Add extra Cajun seasoning for a spicier flavor.
• Use smoked kielbasa or andouille sausage for extra smoky taste.
• Serve directly in the foil packets for easy cleanup.

Why This Recipe Works

The foil packets lock in steam and flavor, keeping the shrimp juicy while the sausage seasons the potatoes and corn perfectly. Butter and spices create a rich, savory sauce that makes every bite smoky, tender, and satisfying.