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Easy Flavor-Packed Shrimp Boil Foil Packets Recipe for Quick Summer Dinners

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A quick and mess-free shrimp boil cooked in foil packets with shrimp, corn, and potatoes, perfect for busy summer nights and easy cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on optional)
  • 1 pound baby red potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 2 ears of corn, cut into thirds
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 lemon, sliced thinly plus wedges for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and halve or quarter the baby red potatoes depending on size.
  2. Optional: Boil potatoes in salted water for 5 minutes, then drain for faster cooking.
  3. Slice each ear of corn into thirds.
  4. In a large bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add potatoes and corn to the butter mixture and toss to coat well.
  6. Add shrimp and gently mix to coat without breaking the shrimp.
  7. Tear off large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (about 12×12 inches each). Divide the mixture evenly among packets and place a few lemon slices on top of each.
  8. Fold foil edges tightly to seal the packets, leaving room inside for steam to circulate.
  9. Place foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or grill on medium heat for the same time, flipping halfway through.
  10. Carefully open one packet to check shrimp are pink and opaque and potatoes are tender; reseal and cook longer if needed.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Do not overfill foil packets to ensure proper cooking. Parboil potatoes for faster cooking. Use heavy-duty foil to prevent leaks. Let packets rest a few minutes after cooking to finish steaming. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter. Add cayenne or hot sauce for spicier flavor.

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