Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
This Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil takes all the best parts of a classic Southern seafood boil and turns them into an easy one-dish dinner! Juicy shrimp and spicy sausage are baked in the oven with corn and potatoes for a flavor-packed meal that will become your next go-to. Even better? It’s naturally gluten-free!
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Delicious Details
- Cuisine Inspiration: Southern American
- Primary Cooking Method: Oven
- Dietary Info: Gluten-free, Dairy-free
- Skill Level: Easy
When I think of a classic shrimp boil, I envision summer evenings around a beach bonfire or campfire in the woods. That’s because this Southern favorite combines shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes with plenty of seasoning, usually boiled together in a large pot. Oftentimes, this happens outdoors, making it perfect for summer gatherings.
This Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil delivers those same classic flavors in an easier way. Instead of standing over a pot of boiling water, everything roasts together on a single pan in the oven. It’s quick, simple, naturally gluten free, and ideal for busy weeknights when you’re craving the flavors of a traditional shrimp boil without all the fuss.
This Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil is a Classic Made Easier
Easy sheet pan dinners are always a win, and this one is no exception. Here’s why you’ll love it:
- Quick and simple. With just a few minutes of prep and about 30 minutes from start to finish, dinner is on the table fast.
- One pan meal. The potatoes, corn, sausage, and shrimp all cook on the same sheet pan, making cleanup just as easy as the prep.
- All the flavor, less work. You still get the classic combination of shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes, and seasoning, but without managing a large pot of boiling water.
- Naturally gluten-free. No special ingredients or substitutions needed. Just simple ingredients that everyone can enjoy.
Recipe Ingredients
Here’s a list of everything you’ll need to make this sheet pan shrimp boil recipe. Don’t forget to scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full ingredient amounts.
- Corn on the Cob: It’s important to use corn on the cob rather than kernels, so the corn doesn’t overcook.
- Potatoes: You can use red or white potatoes, or a combination.
- Sausage: I use pre-cooked smoked sausage for the best flavor. Make sure to buy a brand that is gluten free, if needed. Some can be sneaky, using oat starch as a filler, especially if you choose a turkey sausage.
- Shrimp: You can use fresh, peeled shrimp with their tails on or off, or you can use frozen raw shrimp that’s been thawed in the refrigerator.
- Olive Oil: Avocado oil or another cooking oil is fine, too.
- Salt and Pepper
- Cayenne Pepper: You can use as much or as little pepper as you like.
- Dried Spices: You can use onion powder and oregano or substitute these (as well as the salt, pepper, and cayenne) with blackening spice.
- Lemon: This is optional for serving, but the lemon juice provides a nice contrast to the spiciness of the dish.
- Parsley: Chopped fresh parsley is also optional, but recommended to add nice freshness!
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How to Make Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
Preheat the oven to 400°F, then get started on my simple method for making this oven-baked shrimp boil recipe:
- Make the seasoning mixture. In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, and oregano. Set aside.
- Season the shrimp. Pat the shrimp with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture, then toss with olive oil and some of the spice mix.
- Start the sheet pan bake. Place the corn on the cob, potatoes, and smoked sausage on a large sheet pan and coat with olive oil. Sprinkle the remaining spice mix on top.
- Bake in the oven. Place the sheet pan in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, then add the shrimp and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and fully cooked.
- Serve. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley, serve warm.
Tips & Variation Ideas
I love this recipe as it’s written, but you can try some variations if you like. Here are a few of my suggestions for this sheet pan shrimp boil recipe:
- Try a different kind of sausage. Swap smoked sausage for andouille sausage, chorizo, polish sausage, hot dogs, bratwurst, or vegan sausages, or leave out the sausage entirely.
- Switch up the seafood. Add or substitute shrimp for lobster, crab, crawfish, clams, scallops, oysters, or king oyster mushrooms (cook times may vary).
- Add garlic. Add minced garlic or garlic powder to the seasoning mix for a nice hit of garlic flavor.
- Use hot sauce. Swap cayenne pepper with hot sauce, red pepper flakes, or additional paprika.
- Substitute different spices. You can sub the homemade spice mix for a pre-made mix such as Cajun, Old Bay, or Creole seasoning.
How to Store and Reheat Extras
You can save portions of sheet pan shrimp boil for another time! Here’s how to do it:
- Fridge – Place cooled leftover shrimp boil in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer – Place cooled, individual portions of sheet pan shrimp boil in airtight, freezer-safe containers and place in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before heating. Note that the texture of the potatoes will change if they are frozen, so if you wish you could remove the potatoes first.
- Reheat – Place the shrimp boil in a microwave-safe bowl and heat at 30-second intervals until heated through. You could also place the shrimp bowl on a baking sheet and heat in the oven on low heat until warm.
Make It a Meal
If you want to keep things super simple, you can certainly leave the table satisfied by this one-pan dinner. But you can also round out your plate with a few extras. Here are a few of my favorite additions to this shrimp boil recipe:
- With beans. If you want to add a little more protein to this shrimp boil but don’t want to do any more meat, my Baked Beans recipe would go nicely. You can also try traditional red beans and rice.
- Serve some veggies. My Easy Coleslaw or Maple Dijon Apple Coleslaw recipes for a creamy, crisp side to this shrimp dish. But Gluten Free Air Fryer Fried Pickles are a fun side dish that adds a little crunch.
- Go traditional. You’ll often find wedges of Gluten-free Cornbread or hush puppies, those deep-fried cornmeal balls, served with a shrimp boil. Another great comfort food option is Gluten-Free Stovetop Mac and Cheese.
- Have a salad. A fresh salad like my Tomato Cucumber Salad or Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad would be very nice for something lighter.
- Keep it simple with rolls. Homemade rolls are perfect to serve with sheet pan shrimp boil! Try my Gluten-Free Garlic Butter Rolls or slightly sweet Gluten-Free Hawaiian Rolls recipes.
More Shrimp Recipes to Try
Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 pound shelled and deveined jumbo shrimp with shells on or off
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil , divided
- 4 ears corn on the cob cut in half or in thirds, about 1 ¼ pounds
- 1 pound red or white potatoes cut into 1-inch cubes
- 14 ounces smoked sausage sliced into ½-inch circles
- lemon , cut into wedges (optional)
- fresh parsley , chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, and stir together. Set aside.
- Pat 1 pound shelled and deveined jumbo shrimp with a paper towel to absorb excess moisture. Place the shrimp in a bowl and add 1 Tablespoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon from the spice mix. Toss until evenly coated and set aside.
- Place 4 ears corn on the cob, cut in half or in thirds, 1 pound red or white potatoes cut into 1-inch cubes, and 14 ounces smoked sausage sliced into ½-inch circles on a large sheet pan, then evenly distribute 2 Tablespoons olive oil over the contents and gently mix until well coated. Sprinkle the remaining spice mix on top.
- Place the sheet pan in the oven and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes. Remove baking sheet from the oven and stir, then add the shrimp. Bake for an additional 5-8 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and fully cooked.
- Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
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