A classic shrimp boil is a beloved Southern tradition. This recipe recreates that experience by roasting all the traditional ingredients on a single sheet pan rather than boiling them in a large pot. The Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil is packed with flavor, easy to prepare, and much less messy — everything roasts together, so cleanup is quick and simple. Ready to make a crowd-pleasing meal? Let’s go.
One Pan Southern Shrimp Boil
If you’re searching for an easy and satisfying shrimp boil, this sheet pan version delivers. It combines tender shrimp, small potatoes, sweet corn, and smoky sausage, all tossed in a garlic-butter and Old Bay seasoned coating. Roast it until everything is golden and juicy for a simple, celebratory meal you’ll want to make again and again.
What Is a Shrimp Boil?
A shrimp boil — also called a Southern or Lowcountry boil — is a casual, social meal popular throughout the southern United States. Traditionally, shrimp, potatoes, corn, and sausage are cooked together in a large outdoor stockpot until tender. The cooked ingredients are then drained and poured out onto a newspaper-covered table so guests can dig in with their hands for a relaxed, communal feast.
Why You’ll Love This Sheet Pan Style
- Easy: Prep is straightforward — chop, parboil the potatoes (or microwave them for about 7 minutes), toss everything together, and roast. It takes under 20 minutes to assemble and about 15 minutes in the oven.
- No pot-watching: Unlike stovetop boils that can bubble over, the oven method is hands-off. Pop the sheet pan in and let it roast without constant supervision.
- Feeds a crowd: This recipe scales well and is ideal for gatherings like Father’s Day or summer parties.
- Big flavor: The mix of smoked sausage, sweet corn, garlic-butter, and Old Bay seasoning creates a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and mildly spicy notes.
- Fun: It keeps the festive spirit of a traditional boil — casual, social, and delicious.
What Ingredients Are in a Shrimp Boil?
- Shrimp
- Sweet corn
- Smoked sausage
- Small potatoes
- Onion
- Lemon
- Butter
- Garlic
- Old Bay seasoning (see homemade blend below)
Shrimp Boil Seasoning — Homemade Old Bay Blend
If you can’t find Old Bay, make a simple substitute by combining the following spices. Mix and store in an airtight container.
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
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Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
The easiest shrimp boil ever — mess-free and made on a single sheet pan.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound baby Dutch yellow potatoes
- 3 ears corn, each cut crosswise into 12 pieces
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 (12.8-ounce) package smoked andouille sausage, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 1 onion, cut into thick pieces
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat it with nonstick spray.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the potatoes until just tender, about 10–13 minutes. Add the corn for the last 5 minutes of cooking, then drain well.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Arrange the potatoes, corn, shrimp, sliced sausage, and onion in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with the butter mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and the corn is tender.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, if desired.