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Baked Cajun Shrimp in Tin Foil Tray

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A flavorful and easy Baked Cajun Shrimp dish made in a tin foil tray, perfect for quick and delicious meals with a Southern twist.

Ingredients

2 pounds of large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons of olive oil

1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon of sweet paprika

1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon of onion powder

1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, or to taste

1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes

Juice of 1 lemon

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Parsley, chopped for garnish

Lemon wedges, for serving

Tin foil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss the shrimp gently until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.
  3. Tear off a large piece of tin foil and place the seasoned shrimp in the center. Drizzle lemon juice over the shrimp, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Fold the edges of the foil together to create a sealed packet, ensuring all the flavorful juices stay inside.
  5. Place the foil packet on a baking tray and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink and is cooked through.
  6. Once done, carefully open the foil packet, allowing the aromatic steam to escape.
  7. Serve the shrimp directly from the foil for easy clean-up, garnish with chopped parsley, and add lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.

Notes

  • For a heartier meal, add chunks of corn on the cob or diced potatoes into the foil packet along with the shrimp.
  • If you prefer a milder version, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper and red pepper flakes to suit your taste.
  • Add bell peppers for a colorful, sweet contrast to the spicy shrimp.
  • To prevent overcooking the shrimp, check for doneness after 15 minutes. Once the shrimp are pink, they’re ready to be served.
  • For the best results, use fresh shrimp, but frozen shrimp can work too—just make sure they’re fully thawed before seasoning.

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