Garlic Butter Seafood & Chicken Wing Boil Tray
⏱ Time
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Prep: 20 minutes
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Cook: 45–55 minutes
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Total: ~1 hour 15 minutes
🍽 Serves
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4–6 people (party-style)
Ingredients
Proteins
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2 lbs chicken wings (flats & drums)
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1 lb large shrimp (peeled & deveined)
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12–14 oz smoked sausage (Andouille or beef), sliced
Vegetables
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1½ lbs baby potatoes (gold or red)
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Optional: corn on the cob (cut into halves)
Wing Seasoning
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1½ tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp cayenne
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1 tsp Cajun seasoning
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¾ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil
Shrimp & Potato Seasoning
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1 tsp Cajun seasoning
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½ tsp Old Bay
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp black pepper
Garlic Butter Sauce (THE STAR ⭐)
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1½ cups unsalted butter (3 sticks)
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8 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
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1 tbsp Old Bay
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1 tsp chili flakes (adjust heat)
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1 tbsp smoked paprika
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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¼ cup chicken broth or seafood stock
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2 tbsp chopped parsley
Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Parboil the Potatoes
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil
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Add baby potatoes
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Boil 12–15 minutes until fork-tender
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Drain and set aside
👉 This ensures creamy insides, not hard potatoes.
2️⃣ Bake or Fry the Wings
Oven Method (recommended for trays):
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Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C)
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Pat wings dry
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Toss with wing seasoning + olive oil
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Arrange on a rack or foil-lined tray
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Bake 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway
Air Fryer Option:
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380°F for 24–26 minutes, flipping halfway
Wings should be crispy and golden.
3️⃣ Cook the Shrimp & Sausage
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat
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Add a drizzle of oil
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Sauté sausage until browned (3–4 min)
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Add shrimp + shrimp seasoning
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Cook shrimp 1–2 min per side
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Remove from heat
4️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
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Melt butter over medium heat
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Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds
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Stir in Cajun, Old Bay, paprika, chili flakes
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Add brown sugar, lemon juice, and broth
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Simmer 3–5 minutes until glossy
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Stir in parsley
Sauce should be deep orange, shiny, and aromatic 🤤
5️⃣ Assemble the Tray
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In a large aluminum tray, add:
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Wings
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Potatoes
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Shrimp
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Sausage
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Pour ½–¾ of the sauce over everything
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Toss gently to coat
6️⃣ Bake to Finish
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Bake tray at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes
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Spoon remaining sauce over top
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Optional: broil 2–3 minutes for caramelization
🔥 Pro Tips (This Makes It HIT)
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Dry wings = crisp wings
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Don’t overcook shrimp—add them late
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Want sticky-sweet? Add 2 tbsp honey
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Extra spicy? Add hot sauce or more chili flakes
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Sauce too thick? Splash of broth fixes it
🍽 How to Serve
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Serve HOT, family-style
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Extra sauce on the side
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Napkins required 😅
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Ice-cold drink mandatory
