Grilled Shrimp Foil Packet Recipe

Grilled shrimp foil packet recipe is a mess free and flavor packed dinner idea. The shrimp has the perfect blend of seasoning and takes only minutes to cook.

Grilled shrimp foil packet

What’s not to love about grilling. It keeps the kitchen clean and cool and the food gets that smoky grilled flavor. This shrimp foil packet recipe is no exception and a family favorite.

In less than 10 minutes, I can get dinner on the table. I am pretty sure that is faster than take out and definitely tastes better.

The delicious lemon garlic flavor is amazing on the shrimp. Not to mention clean up is simple as tossing the foil. If you love shrimp, also try our Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe.

Ingredients

• Shrimp, raw, peeled and deveined
• Parsley, chopped
• Butter, diced into small pieces
• Lemon, juiced
• Minced Garlic . You can also use garlic powder.

Supplies:

• Aluminum Foil. Heavy duty foil is best when grilling. It is sturdy and helps to prevent spills. If you are using regular foil, I suggest doubling it.

How to grill shrimp in foil:

• Preheat the grill. It needs to preheat to 400 degrees F.  

• Lay the foil sheets out. Place the shrimp in a large piece of foil.  Top with the parsley, butter, lemon juice and garlic.  

• Seal the edges of the packet. Roll the foil into a foil packet so the ingredients stay in place. You don’t want any of the delicious ingredients falling into the grill.

• Put the packets on the grill. Place the foil packet on the grill and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the shrimp is cooked through and pink. 

• Open and enjoy. Carefully open the foil packet, remove shrimp and enjoy! 

How long to grill shrimp in foil packets:

It does not take long so be careful not to overcook the shrimp. In just about 8 to 10 minutes on the grill using high heat, the shrimp should be ready.

The color should be pink on both sides. This easy meal is ready in less than 15 minute for the best dinner.

How to store:

Store any leftover shrimp inside an airtight container. Place in the refrigerator up to 3 days.  See Leftover Shrimp Recipes.

What to serve with grilled shrimp:

• Grilled Vegetable Foil Pack Recipe – This veggie side dish is ideal if you want to have the entire dinner on the grill. There isn’t any clean up at all.
• Parmesan Grilled Zucchini . Grilled veggies have extra flavor making the zucchini just amazing.
• Foil Pack Grilled Potatoes . Diced potatoes in foil cook quickly due to their size.
• Easy Parmesan Pasta . My kids could eat this pasta with shrimp all the time. It is the best.

This is such an easy recipe so make sure to keep the side dishes quick and simple as well. Your family can enjoy a delicious dinner without a ton of time or work.

See Side Dishes for Shrimp for more ideas.

Variation ideas:

• Seasoning. This is a quick and easy to change the flavor of raw shrimp. Some ideas include: Cajun seasoning, only Garlic, butter and Parmesan cheese and taco seasoning with lime. It is optional but you can marinate using a large bowl.

• Veggies. Dice your favorite vegetables and put inside the foil pack with the shrimp and melted butter or olive oil. This will make for a complete meal. Try using cherry tomatoes, squash, zucchini or onion.

• Shrimp boil. Add corn and potatoes with Cajun seasoning to make an easy shrimp boil foil packet. We like Old Bay seasoning. The Cajun shrimp is delicious with red potatoes, corn on the cob and lemon wedges.

• Alfredo. Make your favorite alfredo sauce to serve over fettuccine. Top with grilled shrimp for an amazing meal in minutes.

• Shrimp Bowls. Create a bowl with your favorite salad greens, black beans, guacamole, pico de gallo and shrimp.

Baking option:

Sometimes the weather is not suitable for grilling so you might want to bake these foil packets instead. Simply prepare them as normal.

Then place on baking sheets. Bake at 400 degrees for 14 minutes.

This method is fast and easy for another option. We love to grill but there are some days it just isn’t possible. Give this baking option a try on those days.

You will love the shrimp and it still has tons of flavor.

Can you make these in advance?

Make the foil packets the night before and place in the fridge. They will be ready to go on the grill the next day for an easy dinner.

This is a great way to meal prep and makes it so easy on busy weeknights. You can toss on the grill and you are set.

In fact, busy weeknights don’t have to mean fast food or sandwiches. Meal prep this recipe and come home to virtually no work at all. This is a great tip for those nights you know you will be running from work and school to activities.

Grilling shrimp foil packets tip:

• Large shrimp work the best in this recipe that have been peeled and deveined. I don’t recommend small shrimp because it is too easy to overcook them.
• We prefer fresh but you can use frozen shrimp. Just make sure to allow it to thaw before grilling. The fastest way to thaw is to place the shrimp in a colander and let cold water run over them.
• Do not overcook the shrimp or it will be tough and lose flavor.
• Double the foil or use heavy duty foil to prevent it from breaking on the grill. It makes it more sturdy to handle.

Make this today for an easy meal.

This meal is completely effortless but turns out so delicious. It is perfectly seasoned and takes just minutes to make.

Dinner is ready in less than 15 minutes. Actually, about 10. It is the easiest dinner and a must try.

Skip takeout and impress your family with this super easy recipe. It definitely does not disappoint. Everyone will enjoy it.

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• Grilled Mahi Mahi Recipe
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