Save to Pinterest A festive, all-in-one seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and sweet corn, all roasted together and finished with bright lemon butter—perfect for a New Years Eve crowd.
I first made this seafood sheet pan boil for my family last New Years Eve, and it quickly became the highlight of our holiday celebration. Everyone loved how the lemon butter ties all the ingredients together, making it both special and effortless.
Ingredients
- Large raw shrimp: 1.5 lbs, peeled and deveined (tails on)
- Baby potatoes: 1.5 lbs, halved
- Corn: 4 ears, cut into thirds
- Red onion: 1 medium, thickly sliced
- Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp, chopped (for garnish)
- Smoked Andouille or kielbasa sausage: 12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- Olive oil: 3 tbsp
- Old Bay seasoning: 2 tsp
- Paprika: 1 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Unsalted butter: 4 tbsp, melted
- Garlic cloves: 2, minced
- Lemon: Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- Lemon wedges: For serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Season and Roast Potatoes and Corn:
- In a large bowl, toss the potatoes and corn with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread them evenly on the prepared sheet pan and roast for 15 minutes.
- Prepare Shrimp, Sausage, and Onion:
- While potatoes and corn roast, toss the shrimp, sausage, and red onion with the remaining olive oil, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add and Continue Roasting:
- After 15 minutes, scatter the shrimp, sausage, and onion over the partially cooked vegetables and return the pan to the oven. Roast for an additional 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the potatoes are tender.
- Make Lemon Butter:
- While the sheet pan is finishing, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Finish and Serve:
- Remove sheet pan from the oven and drizzle lemon butter over the hot ingredients. Gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Save to Pinterest Gathering everyone around the table to dig into this festive seafood boil reminds me of family celebrations and laughter, especially on New Years Eve—a tradition worth keeping.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with crusty bread to soak up extra lemon butter. A simple green salad or coleslaw works nicely alongside to balance the rich flavors.
Ingredient Swaps
Swap in turkey sausage for a lighter dish or boost the seafood with mussels or crab legs for a more luxurious feast. Use Yukon gold potatoes if baby potatoes arent available.
Storage & Leftovers
Store leftover shrimp boil in an airtight container in the fridge up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F until warm.
Save to Pinterest This sheet pan shrimp boil brings everyone together and is impressively easy. Celebrate with less mess and more flavor—enjoy every bite!
Common Recipe Questions
- → What is the best way to cook shrimp for this dish?
Peel and devein the shrimp with tails on for easy handling. Toss them with seasoning and roast until just pink and opaque, ensuring tender, juicy results.
- → Can I use another type of sausage?
Yes, smoked Andouille or kielbasa are ideal for their robust flavors, but turkey sausage works well for a lighter option.
- → How do I prevent potatoes from being undercooked?
Roast potatoes and corn first for 15 minutes before adding shrimp and sausage. This ensures tender potatoes by the end of cooking.
- → What does the lemon butter add to the dish?
The lemon butter creates a bright, rich finish, balancing smoky and savory flavors with citrusy freshness and garlic aroma.
- → Can this dish be prepared ahead of time?
Prep ingredients ahead and store separately, but combine and roast just before serving to maintain optimal texture and flavor.