These Cowboy Butter Shrimp Skewers are smoky, buttery, and bursting with bold flavor. Juicy shrimp are brushed with a garlicky cowboy butter sauce made with Dijon, lemon, paprika, and herbs, then grilled or pan-seared until perfectly tender. Quick to prepare and packed with zesty goodness, they’re an easy recipe that feels both light and indulgent. Perfect for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or party appetizers, these skewers always impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Skewer shrimp and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix melted butter, garlic, Dijon, lemon, paprika, chili flakes, and parsley.
- Grill or pan-sear shrimp, basting with cowboy butter.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Serving Suggestions
- Over rice, couscous, or pasta
- With grilled vegetables
- As a party appetizer with dipping sauce
Storage & Tips
- Store up to 2 days in fridge
- Reheat quickly to avoid rubbery texture
- Best fresh off the grill
Cowboy Butter Shrimp Skewers
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Thread shrimp onto skewers and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, paprika, chili flakes, and chopped parsley.
- Grill or pan-sear the shrimp skewers over medium-high heat, basting with the cowboy butter as they cook.
- Cook 2–3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and slightly charred.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges or extra cowboy butter on the side.
Nutrition
Notes
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share your delicious take!FAQs
Can I bake instead of grill?
Yes, broil for 5–6 minutes.
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes, just thaw and pat dry
Can I make them spicier?
Add extra chili flakes.
Can I prep ahead?
Yes, marinate and refrigerate before cooking.
onclusion
These Cowboy Butter Shrimp Skewers are a recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Each shrimp is smoky, juicy, and coated in a sauce that balances buttery richness with zesty spice. They pair beautifully with rice, pasta, or veggies, but they’re also delicious on their own as finger food. Fast, flavorful, and guaranteed to disappear quickly, they’re the kind of dish that works for any occasion. 👉 Fire up your grill or skillet and enjoy these shrimp skewers tonight!