🦐 Mediterranean Shrimp, Corn, Potatoes & Smoked Sausage Foil Packs

A flavorful, easy one-pan meal with juicy shrimp, tender potatoes, sweet corn, smoky sausage, garlic, lemon, and Mediterranean herbs. Everything cooks together in foil, making cleanup super easy.

🛒 Ingredients

Serves 4

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
  • 2 ears fresh corn, cut into 1½-inch pieces
  • 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan, optional

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Heat the oven
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Tear off 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil.

2. Cook the potatoes first
Because potatoes take longer than shrimp, place the halved potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 8–10 minutes, until they are just beginning to become tender. Drain well.

3. Make the seasoning mixture
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Add the potatoes, corn, and sliced sausage. Toss thoroughly so everything is coated.

4. Add the shrimp
Add the shrimp and gently toss again. Don’t overmix, or the shrimp can become damaged.

5. Assemble the foil packs
Divide the mixture evenly among the four foil sheets.

Place a few lemon slices over each portion. Fold the foil tightly over the food and seal the edges to create individual packets.

6. Bake
Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for approximately 15–18 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the vegetables are tender.

For larger shrimp or thicker potato pieces, they may need a few extra minutes.

7. Carefully open
Let the packets rest for about 2 minutes, then carefully open them—the steam will be very hot.

Drizzle each serving with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

8. Optional finishing touch
Add a little grated Parmesan and another drizzle of olive oil before serving.

🌿 Serving Ideas

Serve the foil packs with:

  • Greek salad
  • Tzatziki sauce
  • Warm pita bread
  • Crusty bread
  • Cucumber and tomato salad
  • Extra lemon wedges

⭐ Tips for Perfect Foil Packs

  • Don’t skip partially cooking the potatoes—otherwise the shrimp can overcook before the potatoes are tender.
  • Use large shrimp because they hold up better during baking.
  • Don’t overcrowd the packets; spreading the ingredients into an even layer helps them cook consistently.
  • For extra Mediterranean flavor, add crumbled feta and sliced Kalamata olives after cooking.
  • For more heat, increase the red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne.

Total time: about 35–40 minutes
Servings: 4
Oven: 425°F / 220°C