Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
Introduction
Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil is a quick and flavorful meal inspired by the classic Southern seafood boil—but made easy in the oven.
Everything cooks together on one pan, making cleanup simple while delivering bold, buttery, and perfectly seasoned bites.
It’s ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 450–500 g (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 450 g (1 lb) baby potatoes, halved
- 2 ears corn, cut into thirds
- 200 g (7 oz) smoked sausage, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
- Toss potatoes with half of the oil, salt, pepper, and half of the Old Bay seasoning.
- Spread potatoes evenly on the sheet pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove pan from oven and add corn and sausage. Drizzle with remaining oil and sprinkle with remaining seasonings. Toss gently.
- Return pan to oven and bake for 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp and lemon slices, spreading evenly across the pan.
- Bake for another 8–10 minutes, until shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Description
This Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil is juicy, smoky, and bursting with classic seafood-boil flavors.
The shrimp stay tender, the potatoes are perfectly roasted, and the corn absorbs all the buttery seasoning.
Best of all, everything cooks together for maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Tips
- Use large or jumbo shrimp to avoid overcooking.
- Add cayenne pepper or chili flakes for extra heat.
- Lining the pan makes cleanup fast and easy.
- Serve with garlic butter or crusty bread for dipping.
Correction
- If shrimp overcook, reduce baking time and add them later.
- If potatoes are undercooked, parboil them for 5 minutes before roasting.
- Adjust seasoning if using salted butter or a salty sausage.
Enjoy
Serve straight from the pan for a fun, rustic meal.
Pair with a fresh salad or coleslaw and enjoy this comforting, crowd-pleasing dish with family and friends.
