A fast, flavorful favorite, this grilled shrimp recipe is perfect for lazy evenings, summer cookouts, or when you want to impress without overthinking dinner.

Grilled shrimp skewers drizzled with garlic herb butter and garnished with parsley and lemon wedges on a rustic brown parchment.

We grill all year round, and this one never fails. These skewers are ready in minutes, full of fresh, bold flavor, and easy enough to throw together after a long day. Serve them as a high-protein appetizer, pile them on a salad, or make them the star of the plate with grilled veggies and crusty bread.

Why You’ll Love This Grilled Shrimp

Ready in 20 minutes start to finish
Packed with protein + naturally low carb
Great for meal prep or entertaining
Garlic butter. Enough said.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Full measurements and directions are in the recipe card below.

Shrimp, spices, olive oil, and honey on a counter to make a marinade for grilled shrimp

Shrimp – Raw, peeled, and deveined. Tail-on looks prettiest on skewers.

Marinade – Olive oil, lemon juice, brown sugar or honey, garlic, red pepper flakes, parsley, sea salt, black pepper.

Garlic Butter – Melted butter, fresh garlic, Italian seasoning, and a sprinkle of parmesan.

Skewers – Metal or soaked wooden. Skewers make grilling a breeze.

Let’s Make It

Raw shrimp marinating in garlic, parsley, and herbs in a dark glass bowl, ready to be grilled.

Marinate the Shrimp
Whisk the marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Let them sit for no more than 20 minutes... longer and they’ll turn mushy.

Prep Your Grill + Garlic Butter
Preheat your grill to medium-high (around 375–400°F). In a small bowl, mix melted butter with garlic, parsley, salt, and parmesan.

Grill to Perfection
Thread shrimp onto skewers. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred. Do NOT overcook... rubbery shrimp are the worst.

Serve It Up
Brush or pour garlic butter over the hot shrimp. Add a squeeze of fresh lime. Serve immediately on or off the skewers.

Tips + Notes

Juicy shrimp skewers grilling over an open flame, with charred grill marks and fire glowing beneath.

How long does shrimp take to cook?
Just 4–5 minutes total on the grill. Look for opaque pink flesh and remove immediately.

Using frozen shrimp?
Thaw overnight in the fridge or soak in cold water for 15–20 minutes. Break apart any clumps as they thaw.

How much per person?

Appetizer: ⅓ pound per person
(If unpeeled, go closer to 1 lb per person.)

Main dish: ½ pound per person

Leftovers + Reheating

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of olive oil for just 1–2 minutes. Done.

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📖 Recipe

Serves 4

Garlic Herb Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Name: Garlic Herb Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Summer Grill
Ingredients: 1 Lb Shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails on); 1/4 Cup Olive oil; 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar; 2 Cloves Garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley; 2 teaspoon Lemon Juice; 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1/4 Cup Butter, Melted; 2 Cloves Garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese, shredded; 1/4 teaspoon Italian Seasoning

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Juicy grilled shrimp skewers marinated in garlic, lime, and herbs, then finished with rich garlic butter and parmesan. Quick to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for warm nights, game day appetizers, or anytime you want a high-protein dish that tastes like summer.

Ingredients

1 Lb Shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails on)
¼ Cup Olive oil
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
2 Cloves Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
2 teaspoon Lemon Juice
½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
½ teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black Pepper

Garlic Butter

¼ Cup Butter, Melted
2 Cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese, shredded
¼ teaspoon Italian Seasoning

Instructions

Make the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, brown sugar, minced garlic (2 cloves), dried parsley, lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Marinate the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat. Cover and marinate for no more than 20 minutes any longer and the texture can go mushy.
Prep the grill + skewers: While the shrimp is marinating, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water during this time to prevent burning.
Make the garlic butter: In a separate small bowl, mix melted butter, remaining garlic (2 cloves, minced), parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
Grill the shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers and place them on the hot grill. Cook for 2 minutes per side, just until they turn opaque pink and slightly charred.
Serve: Remove shrimp from skewers and toss with the garlic butter or brush it over the skewered shrimp and serve them just like that.

Notes

Don’t over-marinate. Shrimp are delicate, 20 minutes max in the marinade or they’ll turn mushy.

Use metal or soaked wooden skewers. Makes grilling easier and helps cook the shrimp evenly.

Watch your grill time. Shrimp cook fast! Overcooked = rubbery. Pull them as soon as they’re opaque and pink.

Serve them your way. Great straight off the skewer, tossed in garlic butter, or piled on salad, rice, or grilled flatbread.

Garlic butter is optional... but you’ll regret skipping it. Trust me.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 379Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 271mgSodium: 1480mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 3gProtein: 27g

Nutritional information is automatically calculated and is not guaranteed to be accurate. Values may vary based on ingredients, preparation, and portion size. For exact nutritional data, please consult a qualified nutritionist or use your preferred nutrition calculator.