Cajun Shrimp in Foil
Bold, spicy, and incredibly easy, this Cajun Shrimp in Foil recipe is a full-flavored one-packet wonder. Juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and vibrant veggies are wrapped in foil and baked (or grilled) until tender and steamy — with no cleanup needed. Perfect for busy nights or casual entertaining, this meal is as impressive as it is effortless.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz andouille sausage sliced
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh basil chopped, optional
- 4 large sheets of foil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (or heat grill to medium-high).
- Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
- Lay out 4 large sheets of foil. Evenly divide sausage, zucchini, bell pepper, and corn across the sheets.
- Top each with seasoned shrimp and sprinkle with parsley and basil (if using).
- Drizzle each packet with olive oil and white wine (or broth).
- Fold and seal foil packets tightly, leaving space for steam to circulate.
- Bake or grill for 13–15 minutes, until shrimp are pink and veggies tender.
- Carefully open packets (hot steam!) and serve immediately with bread, rice, or salad.
Notes
Freeze assembled raw packets up to 2 months. Bake frozen at 425°F for 35–40 minutes. Add lemon zest or hot sauce for extra zing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 12.3gProtein: 34.8gFat: 24.8gSaturated Fat: 6.5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 197mgSodium: 820mgFiber: 2.4gSugar: 4.8g
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