🦐🌽 One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp Boil

Quick, flavorful, and loaded with all your favorite boil ingredients, this One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp Boil is the ultimate seafood feast made simple. Tender shrimp, sweet corn, and buttery baby potatoes come together with garlic and Old Bay seasoning for a dish that’s both comforting and impressive.

Perfect for weeknight dinners, summer gatherings, or casual weekend feasts, this one-pan recipe saves on cleanup while delivering all the flavor of a classic seafood boil. The garlic butter glaze coats everything evenly, and the shrimp cooks in just minutes — no long, complicated boiling required.

🛒 Ingredients

1.5 pounds baby potatoes
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups corn on the cob, cut into thirds
1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Optional Variations:

Add clams or mussels for extra seafood variety
Swap smoked sausage for Andouille or chorizo
Spice it up with red pepper flakes or cayenne

🔥 7 Directions — Step-by-Step

1️⃣ Prep the Ingredients

Wash the baby potatoes and halve any that are larger than bite-size. Cut corn into thirds, slice the sausage (if using), and peel and devein the shrimp. Minimize prep time by getting everything ready before cooking.

2️⃣ Cook the Potatoes

In a large deep skillet or sauté pan with a lid, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the baby potatoes and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 8–10 minutes until they start to soften, stirring occasionally.

3️⃣ Add Corn & Sausage

Add the corn pieces and sausage slices to the skillet with the potatoes. Sprinkle an additional tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning and stir to combine. Cover and cook for 5–7 minutes until the corn is tender and the sausage is heated through.

4️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter

In a small saucepan or microwave, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Add lemon juice and a pinch of Old Bay seasoning. Drizzle over the potato-corn mixture, stirring gently to coat everything evenly.

5️⃣ Cook the Shrimp

Push the potato, corn, and sausage mixture to the sides of the pan (or use a separate skillet). Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Combine shrimp with the rest of the ingredients and toss gently to coat in garlic butter.

6️⃣ Finish & Adjust Seasoning

Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or Old Bay if desired. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for color and added flavor.

7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

Serve the garlic butter shrimp boil hot, straight from the pan for a rustic, family-style presentation. Optional: provide lemon wedges or extra melted butter on the side for dipping. Enjoy a restaurant-quality seafood boil with minimal effort!