Description
Sizzling Garlic Cajun Shrimp Skewers bring Louisiana’s bold flavors to your grill, promising a spicy seafood adventure. Zesty seasonings and smoky char invite you to savor each perfectly grilled bite of this Southern-inspired delicacy.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 lb chicken breast, cubed (optional)
Seasonings and Spices:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp salt
Cooking and Finishing Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 4–6 wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Combine minced garlic, cajun seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Add shrimp and optional chicken to the seasoning mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with the spice blend.
- Drizzle olive oil over the protein and gently toss to create an even marinade.
- Let the seasoned proteins rest for 15-20 minutes at room temperature to absorb flavors.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400-450°F.
- Thread marinated shrimp and chicken alternately onto prepared skewers, leaving slight space between each piece for even cooking.
- Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, watching carefully to prevent overcooking and maintain succulent texture.
- Remove skewers from heat when shrimp turns pink and opaque, and chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the hot skewers and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with additional lemon wedges if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot and aromatic.
Notes
- Prevent wooden skewers from burning by soaking them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling, ensuring they won’t catch fire during cooking.
- Marinate shrimp and chicken for maximum flavor absorption, allowing the spices to penetrate deeply and create a more robust taste profile.
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken’s internal temperature, guaranteeing food safety without overcooking and maintaining juicy meat texture.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning intensity by reducing or increasing the amount based on personal spice tolerance, making the dish adaptable to different palates.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg