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Flavorful Cajun Shrimp Foil Packets Easy Grilled Dinner Recipe

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A quick and easy grilled Cajun shrimp recipe cooked in foil packets that locks in smoky, spicy flavors and keeps shrimp tender and juicy. Perfect for busy weeknights or outdoor cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning blend
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pats
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced (optional)
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 200°C), about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently until well coated, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add diced green bell pepper and sliced onion to the bowl and mix to coat with seasoning.
  4. Tear off four large pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil (about 12×12 inches each). Divide shrimp and veggies evenly among foil squares, placing them in the center.
  5. Place a few small pats of butter evenly over each pile of shrimp and vegetables.
  6. Fold the foil over the shrimp and veggies, crimping edges tightly to seal all juices with no gaps.
  7. Place foil packets on the grill grates and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Shrimp should curl and turn pink and opaque.
  8. Carefully open one packet to check doneness; shrimp should be cooked through and veggies tender-crisp.
  9. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over shrimp packets before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use heavy-duty foil to prevent tearing. Let packets rest for a minute after grilling to meld flavors. You can prepare shrimp ahead and marinate overnight. If no grill is available, broil in oven or use a grill pan on stovetop.

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Keywords: Cajun shrimp, grilled shrimp, foil packets, easy dinner, quick shrimp recipe, spicy shrimp, outdoor cooking, low-carb, gluten-free

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