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