Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil (No Giant Pot)
All the smoky, buttery flavor of a classic coastal seafood boil with jumbo shrimp, smoked sausage, and sweet corn on one baking sheet in 20 minutes.
- Cook temp
- 400°F
- 204°C · preheat
- Total time
- 28 min
- 8 prep · 20 cook · 2 rest
- Pull at
- 145°F
- USDA safe minimum
- Rest
- 2 min
- Before slicing
SHEET PAN SHRIMP BOIL | A Family Favorite! · Joanne Pimentel
Demonstrates roasting smoked sausage, par-cooked potatoes, and corn on a sheet pan before adding shrimp tossed in Old Bay butter.
- Target //Cook at 400°F (204°C) for 20 mins.
- Doneness //Pull when internal temperature reaches 145°F (USDA safe minimum). Rest 2 mins before slicing.
- Golden Rule //Don't haul out a 20-quart stockpot and wait 40 minutes for water to boil. Staggering par-cooked potatoes and sausage for 12 minutes, then adding raw shrimp for the final 8 minutes gives you authentic Cajun boil flavor on a weeknight.
- Family Tweak //Use mild kielbasa or smoked sausage instead of spicy andouille, and dust lightly with Old Bay on half the pan.
Ingredients
- 1 lbRaw Jumbo Shrimp (Peeled & Deveined), tail-on
- 12 ozSmoked Andouille or Kielbasa Sausage, sliced into 1-inch rounds
- 1 lbBaby Red Potatoes, halved
- 2 earsFresh Corn on the Cob, cut into mini wheels
- 4 tbspUnsalted Butter, melted
- 1 1/2 tbspOld Bay Seasoning
- 3 piecesGarlic Cloves, minced
- 1 pieceFresh Lemon, cut into wedges
- 2 tbspFresh Parsley, chopped
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Get to the point
- 1
Microwave 1 lb halved baby potatoes in covered bowl for 4 mins to par-cook.
- 2
Spread potatoes, sliced andouille sausage, and 4 mini corn cob rounds on sheet pan with Old Bay butter.
- 3
Roast at 400°F for 12 minutes.
- 4
Toss 1 lb raw jumbo shrimp onto pan and bake 8 more minutes until shrimp are pink and succulent.
Step by step
Tap a step to cross it offPotato Microwave Head-Start & Corn Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1 lb halved baby red potatoes in a microwave bowl with 2 tbsp water. Cover and microwave 4 minutes to par-cook. Cut 2 ears of fresh corn into 4 mini rounds each.
WhyPar-cooking the potatoes in the microwave is essential — raw potatoes take 35 minutes to roast, which would completely ruin tender shrimp.
Sausage, Corn & Potato Roast Phase
12 minMelt 4 tbsp butter and mix with 1.5 tbsp Old Bay seasoning and 3 minced garlic cloves. On a parchment-lined sheet pan, toss par-cooked potatoes, corn rounds, and 12 oz sliced andouille or smoked sausage with 3 tbsp of the Old Bay butter. Roast at 400°F for 12 minutes.
WhyRoasting the sausage first renders seasoned fat and caramelizes the sweet corn.
Jumbo Shrimp Addition & Butter Glaze
Pull sheet pan out. Scatter 1 lb peeled, deveined jumbo raw shrimp across the pan. Drizzle with remaining Old Bay butter and toss gently with tongs to coat.
WhyAdding shrimp in the last 8 minutes ensures they cook to juicy tender perfection without rubberiness.
Convection Finish & Lemon Herb Service
8 minReturn pan to oven for 8 minutes until shrimp are opaque, curled, and hit 145°F. Squeeze fresh lemon juice across the entire pan and scatter with fresh parsley. Serve directly from the sheet pan.
WhyServe directly on the sheet pan lined with brown butcher paper for an authentic low-country boil feast.
- Dad pro tip
- Don't haul out a 20-quart stockpot and wait 40 minutes for water to boil. Staggering par-cooked potatoes and sausage for 12 minutes, then adding raw shrimp for the final 8 minutes gives you authentic Cajun boil flavor on a weeknight.
- Kid & toddler adjustment
- Use mild kielbasa or smoked sausage instead of spicy andouille, and dust lightly with Old Bay on half the pan.
- Serve with
- Crusty sourdough bread for dipping in pan butter · Coleslaw · Iced sweet tea
- Reheating
- Reheat in oven at 350°F for 5 minutes or toss in a warm skillet for 2 minutes.
- Calories
- 510
- Protein
- 36 g
- Carbs
- 34 g
- Fat
- 26 g
Nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central #175150 & #167905. Cook-time basis: Half-sheet pan 400°F convection roast; USDA FSIS 145°F seafood / 160°F sausage standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you reheat leftover sheet pan shrimp boil (no giant pot) without ruining the texture?
Reheat in oven at 350°F for 5 minutes or toss in a warm skillet for 2 minutes.
What is the target internal temperature for this recipe?
Confirm internal core temperature reaches 145°F using an instant-read digital probe thermometer inserted into the thickest part. Allow the meat to rest for 2 minutes before slicing to let carryover heat equalize and lock in juices.
How do I adapt this meal for picky kids or toddlers?
Use mild kielbasa or smoked sausage instead of spicy andouille, and dust lightly with Old Bay on half the pan.
What are the best side dishes to serve with this?
Recommended sides include Crusty sourdough bread for dipping in pan butter, Coleslaw, Iced sweet tea.