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Flavorful Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil Recipe with Cajun Butter Sauce Made Easy

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A quick and easy sheet pan shrimp boil with corn, potatoes, and a bold Cajun butter sauce that delivers comforting, spicy, and buttery flavors with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12 ounces baby potatoes, halved (red or Yukon gold)
  • 2 ears fresh corn on the cob, cut into thirds (or frozen corn)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes and corn pieces with 3 tablespoons of melted butter, 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Roast the potatoes and corn for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even browning. Potatoes should start to soften but remain firm.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare the Cajun butter sauce by mixing the remaining 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and lemon juice in the same bowl.
  5. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and spread the shrimp over the roasted potatoes and corn. Drizzle the Cajun butter sauce evenly over everything and toss gently to coat.
  6. Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Avoid overcooking the shrimp.
  7. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, toss gently to mix flavors, and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure roasting instead of steaming. Keep an eye on shrimp during the last 8-10 minutes to avoid overcooking. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan margarine. Parboiling potatoes for 5 minutes before roasting can save time but is optional. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days in the fridge; avoid microwaving to prevent rubbery shrimp.

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Keywords: shrimp boil, sheet pan shrimp, Cajun butter sauce, seafood, easy dinner, one pan meal, spicy shrimp, quick shrimp boil

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