Chipotle-Lemon Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Name: Chipotle-Lemon Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American, Mexican
Ingredients: 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper; 2 whole Chipotle Peppers in Adobo; 1 tsp Fresh Cilantro; 3 whole Garlic; 1 whole Lemon; 2 lb Medium Shrimp; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Paprika; 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 1 tsp Salt; 1 whole Shrimp Skewers

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Chipotle-Lemon Grilled Shrimp Skewers bring a balanced kick of smoky heat layered with garlic, paprika, and bright citrus. Juicy shrimp caramelize on the grill, while a touch of cilantro freshens each bite. Serve these crowd-pleasing skewers for a summer cookout, weeknight dinner, or as a bold appetizer with cooling sides.

Prep15 mins
Cook5 mins
Serves6
DifficultyEasy

1

Combine the garlic, chipotle peppers, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, cilantro, kosher salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
2

Add the shrimp, stirring well to coat them completely.
3

Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
4

Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
5

Remove the shrimp from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
6

Thread about 5 shrimp onto each skewer, then grill on the preheated grill until the shrimp are pink and opaque in the center, about 2 minutes per side.