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Flavorful Cajun Shrimp Boil Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner combining shrimp, sausage, potatoes, and corn with bold Cajun spices for a flavorful and fuss-free meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 12 ounces andouille or smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 pound baby red potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 2 ears corn on the cob, cut into 2-inch sections
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 fresh lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning blend
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Place halved baby red potatoes and corn sections into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
  3. Spread potatoes and corn on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space for shrimp and sausage. Roast for 15 minutes.
  4. In the same mixing bowl, add peeled and deveined shrimp, sliced sausage, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently until coated.
  5. Remove baking sheet from oven after 15 minutes. Add shrimp and sausage mixture evenly on top of potatoes and corn. Arrange lemon slices on top.
  6. Return sheet pan to oven and roast for another 10-12 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque, sausage edges are crispy, and potatoes are tender.
  7. If potatoes need more time, roast an additional 3-5 minutes, watching shrimp to avoid overcooking.
  8. Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top, and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

Toss shrimp and sausage separately to prevent shrimp from overcooking. Use baby red potatoes to save peeling time. Preheat oven with a baking stone or steel for even heat and crispier potatoes. Adjust cayenne pepper to control spice level. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2 days; reheat gently to maintain texture. For freezing, remove shrimp before freezing potatoes and sausage.

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