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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Kabobs

The easiest, most flavorful way to prepare shrimp – so perfect for summer grilling or roasting!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American , International

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 lemons thinly sliced and halved
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
  2. Thread shrimp and lemon halves onto skewers. Place skewers onto the prepared baking sheet. Place into oven and roast just until pink, firm and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.*
  3. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Stir in lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme and basil until fragrant, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Serve shrimp skewers immediately, brushed with butter mixture and garnished with parsley, if desired.

Notes

  • *These can be grilled over medium high heat, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • *These can be grilled over medium high heat, about 3-4 minutes per side.