Easy 5-Ingredient Beginner Shrimp Foil Packets Recipe for Perfect Quick Dinners
A quick and easy shrimp foil packets recipe using just five simple ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp (medium or large size)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, a pinch (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your cooking surface to medium-high heat (about 400°F) if grilling, or preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Tear off large squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil (about 12×12 inches). Divide shrimp mixture evenly among foil sheets, placing in center. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top if using. Fold foil over shrimp and seal edges tightly to create packets.
- Place foil packets on grill or baking sheet. Cook for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque, avoiding overcooking.
- Carefully open one packet to check doneness. Serve immediately, straight from foil or transferred to plates.
Notes
If shrimp are large, add 1-2 extra minutes cooking time; smaller shrimp may need less. Seal foil packets tightly to trap steam and cook shrimp evenly. Fresh garlic is preferred for best flavor. Can substitute avocado oil for olive oil. For vegetarian option, swap shrimp with firm tofu or mushrooms and adjust cooking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 po
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 28
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