Chipotle Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Maple Glaze

These super-simple chipotle grilled shrimp skewers with maple glaze have only 5 ingredients, and are on your table in under 30 minutes!

As soon as the weather warms up, the grill goes on! Favorite grill recipes include unbelievably crispy grilled potatoes and this perfect grilled chicken breast.

These chipotle grilled shrimp skewers are another family favorite. They are a little bit sweet, a little bit savory, and have the best smoky flavor thanks to the grill.

Ingredients you'll need

• Shrimp- look for jumbo shrimp. I've left the tails on for the grilled shrimp skewers photos but to make them easier to eat, you'll want to remove the tail and shells
• Olive oil- or your favorite neutral oil for the grill; avocado oil is another great choice as it has a high smoke point
• Lime juice- fresh is best for this recipe!
• Chipotle pepper- this comes in a can and can usually be found with the Mexican food aisle. Chop finely and wash your hands well after handling. Leftover chipotle pepper and adobo can be frozen and used in another recipe
• Maple syrup- is used as a glaze while the shrimp grills. Maple syrup adds a sweetness that balances the smoky chipotle and sourness from the lime. You may swap for honey

Recipe tips

Soak wooden skewers

Before prepping your grilled shrimp skewers, you'll want to soak wooden skewers. This helps prevent them from burning and breaking. Place in a large bowl or baking dish filled with cool water for at least 30 minutes.

Quick marinade only

Unlike chicken, pork, or beef, shrimp can only handle a very short marinating time. For this recipe, we are marinating while the grill heats (10-15 minutes). You can marinate up to 30 minutes, but want to avoid longer than that as the acid from the lime juice can start to break down proteins in the shrimp, giving it a mealy texture.

Glaze it

You'll want a long-handled silicone brush to glaze the shrimp with the maple syrup while it grills. The glaze helps the outside of the shrimp caramelize and brown, while also giving it a deliciously sweet flavor.

Storage + Meal prep tips

Grilled shrimp skewers can be safely stored in the fridge for up to 4 days after cooking, however, I personally enjoy the flavor most within the first two days. If you plan to store leftovers, make sure you refrigerate shrimp within 2 hours of cooking.

• fridge- store in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days (for best flavor, eat within 48 hours)
• reheat- on the grill or in a frying pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until steaming hot
  • do not reheat more than once

Marinade may be mixed together up to 4 days ahead, but remember the shrimp should only be marinated for a maximum of 30 minutes.

More healthy and delicious meals to try

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• Balsamic Grilled Zucchini with Parmesan
• Grilled Cauliflower with Jalapeño Lime Butter
• Grilled Broccoli with Lemon & Parmesan
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• Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Butter

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Chipotle Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Maple Glaze

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Prep Time: 20 minutes mins

Cook Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 30 minutes mins

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These super simple chipotle grilled shrimp skewers with maple glaze have only 5 ingredients, and are on your table in under 30 minutes!

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Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb shrimp thawed, deveined and peeled
• ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ▢ 1 tablespoon lime juice
• ▢ 1 chipotle pepper finely chopped
• ▢ ½ cup maple syrup

Instructions 

• In a medium-sized bowl, stir together the olive oil, lime juice and chipotle pepper. Stir in the shrimp to coat.
• Allow the shrimp to marinate while you heat your barbecue to medium-high (15 or so minutes; see note 1).
• Skewer the shrimp (4-5 per skewer, don't overcrowd!).
• Grill 2-3 minutes per side, brushing thoroughly with the maple syrup.

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Tips:

1- you may marinate for up to 30 minutes, but I do not recommend marinating for any longer than that.

 

2- While I left the peels on for the photos, the shrimp are much easier to eat if you peel them before marinating & grilling.

 

Storage

After cooking through, shrimp may be stored in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days (though they have the best flavor if eaten within 48 hours). 

 

Reheat

Heat in a frying pan or on the grill over medium heat until steaming hot. Do not reheat more than once.

 

Wooden skewers

If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water 30 minutes prior to grilling to avoid them burning and breaking.

 

Glazing

Use a long handled silicone brush to brush the maple syrup on the shrimp while grilling.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1/4 batch, Calories: 284kcal, Carbohydrates: 27g, Protein: 23g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 285mg, Sodium: 889mg, Potassium: 181mg, Sugar: 24g, Vitamin C: 5.8mg, Calcium: 208mg, Iron: 2.4mg

Author: Denise Bustard

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

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