Chile-Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

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Juicy shrimp marinated in a chile-lime blend then grilled to smoky perfection, ideal for festive skewers or tacos. This Mexican-inspired Cinco de Mayo recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs large shrimp, lime juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chipotle powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
8 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chipotle powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat completely. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
Step 4: Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and slightly charred at edges.
Step 5: Remove from grill, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with lime wedges.