This Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil recipe includes all the classic low country shrimp boil ingredients, but is quick, easy, and mess-free to make. Potatoes, corn, shrimp, and sausage are tossed with a buttery Cajun sauce, then baked to flavorful perfection. There’s one bowl and one pan to clean up, making this a great dinner for busy weeknights!

I love a good seafood boil! But I don’t have time for a full-blown, proper Southern seafood boil. So I got to work in my test kitchen and created this sheet pan shrimp boil. It takes my shrimp boil foil packets (which are already super easy and great for camping) and turns them into a super easy, fuss-free dinner. Everything is simply tossed with oil, butter, and seasonings, then dumped on the baking sheet. The oven does the rest of the work.

Helpful Tips & Variations

• Size matters. This is especially important for the potatoes and the corn. Quartered baby potatoes are not only the perfect bite-size, but they also cook quickly. Each ear of corn should also be cut into thirds. If the potatoes or corn are too big, they won’t cook fully.
• Use large shrimp. Large shrimp is ideal for this recipe, though jumbo shrimp would work as well with an added minute or two of bake time. Smaller shrimp will cook too quickly and be done before the veggies, and end up tough and dry.
• Thaw frozen shrimp. Either fresh or frozen shrimp can be used in this sheet pan shrimp boil recipe, however frozen shrimp should be thawed completely and patted dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
• Add salt as needed. Cajun seasoning contains salt and pepper, so I don’t find it necessary to add extra to this dish, but you can if you want.
• Adjust the spice level. Cajun food is pretty spicy in general, but to reduce the heat a bit in this recipe, omit the red pepper flakes. I find that the lemon juice in the sauce and squeezing lemon on top before serving also helps to balance the flavors.

How to Make Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil Step by Step

• Make the sauce. In a spouted measuring cup, whisk together 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons each olive oil and melted butter, 5 cloves minced garlic, 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/8 teaspoon red chili flakes.

• Place veggies and sausage on baking sheet. Place 8 ounces quartered baby potatoes, 2 ears of corn cut into thirds, 1 small sweet onion cut into wedges, and 13 ounces sliced andouille sausage on a rimmed 15×10-inch baking sheet coated with nonstick spray.

• Drizzle with sauce. Pour three-quarters of the sauce mixture over the vegetables and sausage. Toss to coat, then arrange everything in a single layer.

• Roast in the oven. Transfer the baking dish to a 425F preheated oven and roast until the vegetables soften and the sausage starts to char, about 20 minutes.

• Add shrimp. Pat 12 ounces large shrimp dry and add to a mixing bowl with the remaining bit of sauce. Add the shrimp to the baking dish and return to the oven until opaque and the vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes more.

• Serve and enjoy. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve with lemon wedges and crusty bread.

Serving Suggestions

Truly, you could serve this sheet pan shrimp boil with nothing more than a big glass of Southern sweet tea and call it a day. However, I often like to serve it with a side of bread, whether that’s just a slice of crusty bread, some garlic bread, cornbread, or these fluffy popovers. Coleslaw or a fresh side salad can be great as well.

How To Store Leftovers

• Fridge. Store leftover sheet pan shrimp boil in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last for 2-3 days.
• Reheat. Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave, but note that the shrimp will likely dry out. Another option is to reheat in the oven at 425F, covered with foil, until hot.

More Shrimp Recipes To Try

• Shrimp Ceviche
• Shrimp Dip
• Garlic Parmesan Shrimp
• Gazpacho with Grilled Shimp
• Shrimp Louie Salad

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