A fast and flavorful seafood dinner packed with shrimp, fresh vegetables, and garlic butter that cooks easily on the grill or in the oven.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Best for: Weeknight dinner
Why You’ll Like It
These garlic butter shrimp foil packets make summer dinners simple with easy cleanup and quick cooking time. The combination of shrimp, corn, sausage, and fresh lemon delivers bold flavor that works perfectly for busy weeknights or backyard cookouts. Everything cooks together in one packet, making this recipe family-friendly and great for warm-weather meals.
Make weeknight dinners easy with these garlic butter shrimp foil packets loaded with juicy shrimp, smoked sausage, tender potatoes, sweet corn, and fresh lemon. Perfect for the grill or oven with simple cleanup and bold summer flavor.
Shop This Recipe
Pick up these ingredients at your local Piggly Wiggly:
- Fresh or frozen shrimp from the seafood department
- Fresh corn, potatoes, and produce items
- Smoked sausage and refrigerated butter
Optional module: Check the weekly ad for fresh seafood specials, seasonal produce, and grilling favorites.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 ears corn, cut into rounds
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, sliced
Pantry Staples
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt
- Black pepper
Optional Add-Ins
- Chopped parsley
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or the oven to 425°F.
- Boil the baby potatoes for 8 to 10 minutes until slightly tender, then drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes, melted butter, garlic, olive oil, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Divide the mixture evenly onto four large sheets of heavy-duty foil and top each packet with lemon slices.
- Seal the foil packets tightly and grill or bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Food safety note: Shrimp should reach an internal temperature of 145°F according to USDA food safety guidance. Use a food thermometer to check the thickest part of the shrimp.
Piggly Wiggly Tip
Ask the seafood department for peeled and deveined shrimp to save prep time on busy weeknights.
Make It Your Own
- For more heat: Add Cajun seasoning or extra red pepper flakes.
- For a lighter version: Use turkey sausage and extra vegetables.
- For a cookout: Serve directly in the foil packets beside grilled bread.
- For leftovers: Toss leftover shrimp and vegetables with pasta for an easy lunch.
What To Serve With It
- Grilled garlic bread
- Fresh watermelon salad
- Sweet tea or sparkling lemonade
- Summer grilling favorites from #thepigbham
Storage And Reheating
Store: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.
Reheat: Warm gently in the oven at 350°F or in a skillet until heated through.
Use within: 2 days
FAQs
- Can I make this ahead?
Yes. Assemble the foil packets a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to cook.
- What can I substitute for shrimp?
You can use salmon chunks, scallops, or extra smoked sausage if preferred.
- How do I know when it’s done?
The shrimp should turn pink and opaque and reach an internal temperature of 145°F when checked with a food thermometer.
Related Recipes And Guides
- Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad
- Easy Backyard Cookout Sides
- Alabama Seafood Dinner Ideas
- Summer Produce Guide
Ready To Shop?
Find everything you need for this recipe at your local Piggly Wiggly, then check the weekly ad for fresh savings on seafood, produce, and grilling essentials.