Description
Shrimp Scampi Foil Packets are a quick and easy meal option that combines succulent shrimp with garlic, butter, and lemon, all cooked to perfection in a convenient foil packet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine the shrimp, melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Place a large piece of aluminum foil on a flat surface and add the shrimp mixture in the center.
- Fold the foil over the shrimp to create a sealed packet.
- Place the foil packet on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Carefully open the packet, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include vegetables like asparagus or bell peppers in the foil packet.
- This recipe can also be made in the oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Make sure to seal the foil tightly to prevent steam from escaping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Shrimp Scampi, Foil Packets, Quick Dinner, Easy Recipe