Description
This Shrimp, Zucchini, Potatoes, and Spicy Italian Sausage Foil Pack recipe is an easy and flavorful meal perfect for grilling or baking. Combining succulent shrimp, spicy sausage, tender baby potatoes, and fresh zucchini, all seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic powder, then cooked in foil to lock in moisture and flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1/2 pound large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 spicy Italian sausage links (sliced into 1/2-inch pieces)
Vegetables
- 2 small zucchini (sliced)
- 1 cup baby potatoes (halved or quartered)
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or oven: Heat your grill to medium-high or preheat your oven to 425°F, preparing your cooking surface for the foil packs.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shrimp, sliced sausage, zucchini, and baby potatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly with the seasonings.
- Prepare foil packets: Divide the seasoned mixture evenly onto two large sheets of heavy-duty foil. Fold the foil over and seal the packets tightly, leaving enough space inside for steam to circulate and cook the food evenly.
- Cook the foil packs: Place the foil packets on the grill or in the oven. Cook for 20–25 minutes, or until the baby potatoes are tender and the shrimp have turned pink and are fully cooked through.
- Serve: Carefully open the foil packets, being cautious of hot steam. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and serve each pack with lemon wedges for added brightness and flavor.
Notes
- For faster cooking, parboil the baby potatoes for 5 minutes before assembling the foil packs.
- You can substitute sweet potatoes instead of baby potatoes for a different flavor and texture.
- Add bell peppers or other vegetables of choice to increase the vegetable variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
