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Low Country Boil Foil Packets

These low country boil foil packets are a breeze to make and packed full of flavor. Potatoes, corn, andouille sausage, and shrimp all together in an easy foil packet that you can bake in the oven or throw on the grill. You’ll love this flavorful dish!

corn and shrimp inside low country boil foil packets

These little low country boil foil packs are filled with all the things you might typically find in a low country boil – shrimp, potatoes, corn on the cob, andouille sausage and a sprinkle (or two!) of Old Bay seasoning.

It’s a perfect balance of meat to vegetables all with a zippy Old Bay taste.

I also like to throw in a wedge of lemon because one can never go wrong with a squeeze of lemon.

Low Country Boil Foil Packets Ingredients

  • shrimp
  • baby potatoes
  • andouille sausage links
  • corn
  • butter
  • olive oil
  • Old Bay seasoning 
  • Kosher salt and pepper
  • parsley
  • lemon 

How to Make Low Country Boil Foil Packets

Making these little low country boil foil packets couldn’t be easier. Simply throw all the stuff you need into the foil packet, wrap it up tight and get to cooking!

While your grill is preheating, in a large bowl add all ingredients and toss to combine and equally coat in oil and seasoning.

Layout your foil, scoop all of the goodness into the foil, wrap it up.  Throw it on the grill.  All you have to do is turn it once, then it’s done, squeeze a little lemon, and dinner is done!

low country boil foil packets on a sheet pan wrapped in foil

Can I this in the oven?

Of course you can! I like to think of the oven option for those times you’re craving summer food in the middle of winter and the grill is covered by 12 feet of snow.

Ugh. Winter life on the east coast. 

If cooking in the oven add your packets to a large baking sheet and cook for about 15-20 minutes at 425 degrees F or until everything is fully cooked in the packet.

close up pictures of shrimp and corn inside low country boil foil packets

Tips for Perfecting this Low Country Boil Foil Packets Recipe

Since your potatoes are not pre-cooked you have to cut them small enough to cook in the allotted time.

You can also opt to parboil your potatoes beforehand if you are worried.

You can also feel free to add more spice and Old Bay depending on your love of spiciness and saltiness of foods. If you’re looking for more heat without the hit of salt add a few dashes of cayenne pepper. 

If you happen to live somewhere that does not sell Old Bay you can combine your spices to make a homemade version. It consists of paprika, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper, and celery salt. 

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low country boil foil packets on a sheet pan wrapped in foil

Low Country Boil Foil Packets

Author: Brandy O’Neill – Nutmeg Nanny
These low country boil foil packets are a breeze to make and packed full of flavor. Potatoes, corn, andouille sausage and shrimp all together in an easy foil packet that you can bake in the oven or throw on the grill. You'll love this flavorful dish!
4.36 from 62 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds medium-sized shrimp cleaned and deveined
  • 1 pound baby potatoes cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 3 andouille sausage links thinly sliced
  • 2 ears of corn each ear cut into 4 pieces then each piece cut again in half
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning more if desired
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley minced
  • Fresh lemon wedges

Instructions

  • Preheat your grill to high OR preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
  • In a large bowl add all ingredients and toss to combine and equally coat in oil and seasoning.
  • Layout 4 16-inch long pieces of foil and divide the mixture equally and put into the middle of each piece of foil.
  • Wrap up the foil so that there are no holes. If you have super thin foil or there is too much to adequately close the pouch tear off another piece of foil and double wrap your packet.
  • If cooking on the grill add the packets to the grill and cook for about 15 minutes, flipping the packet halfway through cooking.
  • Remove one packet and test the potatoes for doneness. If done remove all packets, if not fully cooked add back to the grill until done.
  • If cooking in the oven add your packets to a large baking sheet and cook for about 15-20 minutes at 425 degrees or until everything is fully cooked in the packet.
  • Once cooked sprinkle the contents of the packet with a little fresh parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon if desired.

Notes

  • Since your potatoes are not pre-cooked you have to cut them small enough to cook in the allotted time. You can also opt to parboil your potatoes beforehand if you are worried.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 513mg | Sodium: 3001mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g
    Course Main Course
    Keyword andouille sausage, cajun, foil packet recipe, low country boil, old bay seasoning, shrimp
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    About Brandy!

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    Linda

    Saturday 2nd of September 2023

    I'm confused. It says "boil" in the recipe name but there is no liquid for it to "boil" in. I love low country boil, and I love foil packets recipes. I just don't understand how everything cooks with the water?

    nutmegnanny

    Thursday 28th of September 2023

    Hi Linda - it's more a play on words and a way for people to understand the flavors to expect from this foil meal. It's more a steaming situation vs true boiling.

    Dawn Walburg

    Saturday 17th of July 2021

    I’ve made this several times. It’s a hit in our household! I switch out andouille sausage for kielbasa for the kids who don’t like spicy. Thanks for the fabulous recipe!

    Nan Duckworth

    Monday 19th of October 2020

    Called these packets campers stew when i would make them.

    Josephine B

    Sunday 15th of October 2017

    Hi, Can you please tell me what I can use in place of the "Old Bay Seasoning" as we don't have that here in Australia. Hubby and I go travelling a LOT in our caravan and this type of meal appeals to me for when we're venturing around. Thank you.

    nutmegnanny

    Wednesday 25th of October 2017

    Hi Josephine! Old Bay is a mixture of paprika, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper and celery salt. Hope this helps!

    Melissa Cerroni

    Friday 1st of September 2017

    This was so good! Made it tonight but added crab and minced garlic, then freshey chopped basil before serving. Big hit with the family. Thank you!!

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