Chipotle Lime Shrimp Skewers Recipe
Looking for easy appetizers perfect for game night or get-togethers? Try this Chipotle Lime Shrimp Skewers Recipe! It's delicious and so easy to make plus, you only need a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Shrimp Marinade Ingredients
- 1/4 c. Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 c. Fresh lime juice 2 large limes
- 1 T. Lime zest
- 1 t. Chipotle peppers chili
- 1/2 t. Smoked paprika
- 1 t. Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 T. Honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Remaining Ingredients
- 1-1/4 lbs. Extra-large peeled deveined shrimp
- 4 Skewers*
Instructions
- Whisk honey, lime juice, chipotle powder and other marinade ingredients together in small jar with a lid (or a large resealable plastic bag).
- Pour one-half of marinade mixture into large non-reactive bowl and reserve the other half in the jar for serving.
- Place shrimp into a bowl and toss to coat. Marinate at least 15 minutes but not longer than 30 minutes.
- Thread the shrimp onto skewers, 5-6 per skewer.
- Preheat grill over medium-high heat. Reduce to medium heat. Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp until no longer translucent, 3-4 minutes per side. Watch carefully as shrimp cook very quickly and will become rubbery if overcooked.
- Remove from grill onto a serving platter. Drizzle lightly with the remaining marinade.
- Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley sprigs and slices of fresh limes or as desired above. Enjoy your Lime Shrimp Skewers!