Chili's Spicy Garlic Lime Shrimp Recipe

Spice up your life with this explosive Chili-Spiced Garlic Lime Shrimp recipe! A quick and easy appetizer or a delicious pasta topper, these succulent shrimp are bursting with flavor. Inspired by a top-secret family recipe, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Imagine juicy shrimp, perfectly cooked with a zesty lime kick and a warm chili spice that'll leave you wanting more. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight meal or impressive party starter.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 89.1 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.7 (138 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chili's Spicy Garlic Lime Shrimp

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How to Make Chili's Spicy Garlic Lime Shrimp

  1. Prepare the seasoning blend: In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter.
  3. Once the butter is melted, add 2 cloves of pressed garlic and saute for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 pound of shrimp to the skillet.
  5. Cut a lime in half and squeeze the juice of both halves over the shrimp.
  6. Sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over the shrimp.
  7. Stir gently to coat the shrimp completely.
  8. Sauté for 5-8 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, flipping halfway through.
  9. Serve immediately as an appetizer or toss with your favorite pasta (Alfredo sauce is highly recommended!).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

18g

Carbs

0g