Fire up the grill for juicy, flavorful chipotle shrimp glazed in a sweet and spicy sauce that’s perfect for summer nights.
This Chipotle Shrimp the perfect quick and flavorful summer meal. With just 5 simple ingredients, including a sweet and spicy glaze, they come together fast! Juicy, smoky, and packed with bold flavor, this grilled shrimp is the perfect recipe for effortless outdoor cooking.
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Why you'll love Chipotle Shrimp
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- Only 5 ingredients and ready in under 20 minutes
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- Sweet, smoky, and just the right amount of heat
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- Perfect for grilling season, cookouts, or weeknight dinners
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- Naturally low carb, high protein, and gluten-free
Chipotle Shrimp Ingredients
- Shrimp: I prefer jumbo shrimp. You'll get more flavor by leaving the shells and tails on, but it's easier to eat if you remove them beforehand.
- Marinade: Olive oil, lime juice, and finely chopped chipotle pepper. These peppers are found canned in the Mexican food aisle. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after chopping!
- Maple Syrup: This sweet ingredient is brushed over the spicy grilled shrimp to help balance out the heat and provide more complex flavor.
How to Make Grilled Chipotle Shrimp
- Start by mixing your marinade ingredients (olive oil, lime juice, and finely chopped chipotle pepper). Stir in your shrimp, making sure every nook and cranny is covered.
- While the shrimp is marinating (no longer than 30 minutes), heat your grill to medium-high heat for about 15 minutes.
- Thread the shrimp onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water to prevent burning.
- Place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Brush thoroughly with the maple syrup.
Tips
- Use large shrimp for best texture on the grill
- Soak wooden skewers or use metal to prevent burning
- Brush with glaze during the last few minutes of grilling to avoid flare-ups
These grilled shrimp skewers are simple, bold, and absolutely delicious! Summer grilling doesn’t get easier than this!
Storage
Chipotle shrimp can be safely stored in the fridge for up to 4 days after cooking, but 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.
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Chipotle Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp thawed, deveined and peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 chipotle pepper finely chopped
- ⅓ 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.
Tips:
Nutrition Information
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