Are you constantly looking for meals that feature easy clean-up? Make these lemony Shrimp Scampi Foil Packets and then toss the foil. What could be simpler?

Shrimp Scampi Foil Packets (Oven or Grill)

What is Shrimp Scampi?

Langoustines are tiny lobsters. In Italian, langoustines are called scampi and the traditional way of cooking them is in a sauce containing olive oil, white wine, and garlic. Since langoustines aren’t as easy to find in the U.S., cooks here started substituting shrimp in the dish instead. Hence, “shrimp scampi” was born.

Shrimp scampi can be rich and buttery or light and herby. It might be served over pasta (or not). It may be lemony or spicy, or both. Some versions of scampi contain alcohol in the form of dry white wine or vermouth, others don’t. While variations are unlimited, the key to a delicious shrimp scampi is not overcooking the shrimp.

The beauty of this version is that it’s a little bit rich, a little bit herby, a little bit spicy, and a little bit lemony. It can also be made either in the oven or on the grill. And… it’s low-carb.

How to Bake Shrimp Scampi Foil Packets in the Oven

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Place artichokes, lemon slices, shrimp, and seasonings on a big square of foil. Dot with butter and drizzle with white wine and olive oil.
Seal the packets, leaving a bit of head room for the heat to circulate.
Put the packets directly on the oven rack and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the shrimp is opaque. (The timing may vary depending on the size of your shrimp.)
Open the packets (carefully) and top with toasted panko and fresh parsley.

How to Cook Shrimp Scampi Foil Packets on the Grill

Preheat the grill to medium-high.
Place artichokes, lemon slices, shrimp, and seasonings on a big square of foil. Dot with butter and drizzle with white wine and olive oil.
Seal the packets, leaving a bit of headroom for the heat to circulate.
Grill the packets for about 10 minutes or until the shrimp is opaque. (The timing may vary depending on the size of your shrimp.)
Open the packets (carefully) and top with toasted panko and fresh parsley.

Shrimp Scampi Foil Packets (Oven or Grill) — Ready to wrap

Make it a Meal

Serve Shrimp Scampi Foil Packets with a salad featuring Homemade Citrus Vinaigrette or caesar dressing (step 2 only and skip the jalapeño). Whip up the dressing while the shrimp are cooking. Add a breadstick or whole grain roll if you can afford the carbs. If you’re feeling really ambitious and are in the mood to splurge, try Garlic Knots (but you’ll need to plan ahead).