Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabobs

A rectangular white platter holds several grilled Chipotle Lime Shrimp skewers, garnished with fresh lime wedges and chopped cilantro. The platter is also decorated with a small pile of lettuce, sliced red onions, cherry tomatoes, and radish slices. A small glass bowl containing a reddish sauce with a spoon rests near the top of the platter. In the background, on a white marble surface, are a bottle of oil, a whole red pepper, a halved lime, and a sprig of parsley.

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Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabobs

Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabobs are a quick and bold dish perfect for grilling season or weeknight meals.

Cook Time6

Prep time (includes marinating)35

Total Time41

Course: Appetizer, Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chipotle lime shrimp kabobs

Servings: servings

Author: Lisa Kerhin

Equipment

Ingredients

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 teaspoon Chipotle chili pepper
½ teaspoon smoke paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon honey
salt and pepper, to taste
1 ¼ pounds extra large shrimp (peeled and deveined)

Instructions

Whisk marinade ingredients together in large bowl. Reserve HALF for serving.
Add shrimp to bowl and with the remaining marinade, 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 heat to medium. 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 reserved marinade.
Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley sprigs and lime slices, if desired.

Notes

Note: If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them for 30 minutes before assembling and grilling the shrimp. This will prevent the skewers from burning.