This garlic butter grilled shrimp skewers recipe is perfect for a quick dinner any time of year. Shrimp grills beautifully on skewers and pairs especially well with steak for an easy surf-and-turf meal.
This method is fast to prep and quick to cook. It complements grilled flank steak pinwheels or any steak dinner and works equally well as an appetizer or main course.
Garlic Grilled Shrimp Skewers Ingredients:
Butter
Uncooked large shrimp
Minced garlic
Salt
Pepper
White Wine Alfredo Sauce Ingredients:
White wine
Four cheese Alfredo sauce (or use your favorite homemade alfredo)
Himalayan pink salt
Ground black pepper
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How to Grill Shrimp Skewers on a Gas Grill
Thawing: If your shrimp are frozen, rinse them under cold water to thaw. I often keep frozen shrimp on hand for convenience.
Garlic butter: In a microwavable container combine about 4 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Melt in 15-second increments, stirring between intervals until fully combined.
Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least five minutes so they won’t burn on the grill. Remove them from the water and pat dry before using.
Cook briefly on the stovetop: Warm a skillet over low heat, add the shrimp and the garlic butter. Sauté just until the shrimp begin to change from gray to pink-orange—this indicates they are cooking through. You can use any residual pan flavors (bacon grease, etc.) if you want extra depth.
Assemble for the grill: Thread the cooked (or partially cooked) shrimp onto the skewers. Place the skewers on a preheated gas grill. Watch closely and flip once or twice so they cook evenly and develop a light char. Shrimp cook quickly—usually just a few minutes per side depending on size and heat.
Finish and serve: Remove skewers when shrimp are opaque and pink-orange throughout. Serve immediately with any reserved garlic butter or your favorite sauce.
How To Make White Wine Alfredo Sauce
Combine and heat: In a saucepan over medium-low heat combine one jar of four-cheese Alfredo sauce with about 1/4 jar of white wine. Stir to blend and warm gently. If you want every last bit of sauce, add the wine to the sauce jar, close it, and shake to loosen the remaining sauce before pouring.
Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Keep the sauce simmering gently while you finish grilling and stir occasionally.
How to Store Shrimp Skewers
Once cooled, remove shrimp from skewers or leave them on. Store in an airtight container or a resealable bag in the refrigerator for up to two days.
How to Reheat Shrimp Skewers
Reheat gently in a skillet with a little of the sauce or briefly in the microwave. Avoid overcooking—shrimp become rubbery if heated too long.
What to Serve With Garlic Butter Shrimp Skewers
Grilled mains: Burgers, bratwurst, grilled cod, tilapia, salmon on a cedar plank, or grilled chicken. Shrimp skewers also pair well with steak for a classic surf-and-turf.
Grilled sides: Cheesy grilled asparagus, stuffed mushrooms, twice-baked potatoes, grilled corn on the cob, zucchini, or bacon-wrapped asparagus make tasty accompaniments.
Recipe Overview
Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Equipment
- Skillet pan with lid
- Meat thermometer (optional)
- Gas grill
Ingredients
- Butter (about 4 tablespoons)
- Minced garlic (about 1 tablespoon)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 bag large uncooked shrimp
White Wine Alfredo Sauce
- White wine (about 1/4 jar of sauce worth)
- Four-cheese Alfredo sauce (1 jar) or homemade Alfredo
Instructions
- If shrimp are frozen, rinse under cold water to thaw.
- Combine butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a microwavable container and melt, stirring in 15-second intervals.
- Soak wooden skewers for at least 5 minutes, then remove and pat dry.
- Warm a skillet on low, add shrimp and garlic butter, and sauté until shrimp begin to turn pink-orange.
- Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill on a preheated gas grill, flipping once or twice until cooked through and lightly charred.
- Remove from grill and serve immediately with reserved butter or white wine Alfredo sauce.
How To Make White Wine Alfredo Sauce
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat combine the jar of Alfredo sauce with about 1/4 jar of white wine. Stir and warm gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and simmer, stirring occasionally, until ready to serve.