Best 7 Barbecued Shrimp And Chicken Recipes

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Barbecued shrimp and chicken are classic dishes that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout or just want to enjoy a delicious meal at home, these dishes are sure to please everyone. With so many different recipes to choose from, it can be hard to decide which one to try. That's why we've put together this article to help you find the best recipe for barbecued shrimp and chicken. We'll provide you with all the information you need to make the perfect dish, from the ingredients you'll need to the cooking instructions. So get ready to fire up the grill and enjoy some amazing barbecued shrimp and chicken!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BARBECUED SHRIMP AND CHICKEN



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Make and share this Barbecued Shrimp and Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Susie in Texas

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 lb shrimp
1 lb boneless chicken breast

Steps:

  • Peel shrimp and cut chicken into 1 inch cubes.
  • Combine garlic, onion powder, cumin and melted butter.
  • Marinate shrimp and chicken while preparing grill.
  • String shrimp and chicken onto separate skewers. Cook about 5 inches above hot coals, allowing 5 minutes for shrimp and 10 minutes for chicken.
  • Turn once or twice while cooking and baste often with remaining marinade.

BBQ SHRIMP COCKTAILS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound extra-large (U16) shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail on
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon store-bought BBQ rub seasoning
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chopped chives, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 thin lemon slices, for serving

Steps:

  • For the shrimp: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Toss the shrimp with the olive oil and BBQ rub seasoning until evenly coated; set aside.
  • For the white BBQ sauce: Whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, horseradish, mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce. Stir in the chives and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the shrimp until just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Divide the sauce among 4 martini glasses. Cut a small slit halfway through each lemon round and place 2 slices on the rim of each glass. Place 4 shrimp on the edge of each glass. Garnish with chives and parsley.

AWESOME MARINADE FOR SHRIMP CHICKEN OR BEEF



Awesome Marinade for Shrimp Chicken or Beef image

In our opinion this is best on shrimp, second for chicken. A friend of mine got this from a cancer awareness book and it's become a big time hit in our family. Some people save part of it and use it over rice as well. It's VERY good.

Provided by CandyTX

Categories     Low Protein

Time 10m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup light brown sugar
6 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk all ingredients together.
  • Use as a marinade - best to let it set for 4-8 hours. Will work for about 2 pounds of your chosen meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1201.6, Fat 82.4, SaturatedFat 11.3, Sodium 1716.4, Carbohydrate 119.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 108.9, Protein 2.6

GRILLED SHRIMP AND CHICKEN PASTA



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A wonderful creamy pasta in a delicious wine sauce, loaded with grilled shrimp and chicken. This recipe is similar to that of a famous steakhouse which shall remain anonymous! Don't be a 'chicken' - try it!

Provided by Joyce

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup milk
1 pound linguine pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup white wine
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
8 ounces shrimp
3 tablespoons grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the poultry seasoning, cayenne pepper, white pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Divide spice mixture in half.
  • In a small skillet, melt butter over low heat. Slowly stir in cream and milk, and 1/2 of spice mixture. Continue cooking over low heat, stirring frequently, until slightly reduced and thickened to desired sauce consistency. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Preheat grill to high heat. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Carefully stir in wine and remaining spice mixture. Place chicken breasts in the skillet, and cook for 16 to 20 minutes, or until no longer pink in center and juices run clear. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp on preheated grill for 3 to 4 minutes, or until slightly opaque. Serve each chicken breast on a bed of linguine topped with grilled shrimp. Ladle generously with cream sauce. Garnish with Romano cheese, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 936.6 calories, Carbohydrate 88.5 g, Cholesterol 257 mg, Fat 39.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 53.2 g, SaturatedFat 20.6 g, Sodium 307 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

CHICKEN AND SHRIMP SATAY



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I lightened up a recipe that I found in a cookbook, and these grilled kabobs were the tasty result. The scrumptious peanut butter dipping sauce is always a hit. -Hannah Barringer of Loudon, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3/4 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
SAUCE:
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup reduced-fat chunky peanut butter
2-1/4 teaspoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, thyme and rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and chicken. Place in a large shallow dish; set aside. , In a small skillet, saute green onions in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the parsley, wine , lemon juice and lime juice. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Pour over skewers and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning occasionally., In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add the remaining sauce ingredients; cook and stir until blended. Remove from the heat; set aside., Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat. Grill skewers, covered, covered, over indirect medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 7 to 8 minutes, turning often. Brush with 1/4 cup sauce during the last minute of grilling. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUCY BARBECUE SHRIMP



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This old, rustic Cajun dish is one of our family favorites. Don't remove the shells from the shrimp-the beauty of this dish is peeling the shrimp and dipping it in the sauce. We've doubled and even tripled this barbecue shrimp to feed crowds and it's always perfect! -Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce
1 bottle (12 ounces) pale ale beer or nonalcoholic beer
2 pounds uncooked shell-on shrimp (31-40 per pound), deveined
French bread baguette, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in barbecue sauce and beer., Place shrimp in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour barbecue mixture over top. Bake, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking. Serve with baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 883mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

GRILLED CHICKEN AND SHRIMP KEBABS WITH LEMON AND GARLIC



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Provided by Diane Rossen Worthington

Categories     Chicken     Garlic     Leafy Green     Shellfish     Appetizer     Marinate     Backyard BBQ     Lemon     Seafood     Shrimp     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 uncooked large shrimp, unpeeled, deveined (thawed if frozen)
12 chicken tenders
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely grated lemon peel
2 garlic cloves, minced
2/3 cup olive oil
Baby lettuces

Steps:

  • Thread 4 shrimp on each of 6 metal skewers; place on rimmed baking sheet. Loosely thread 2 chicken tenders on each of 6 metal skewers; place on another rimmed baking sheet. Whisk lemon juice, lemon peel, and garlic in medium bowl; slowly whisk in oil. Season marinade with salt and pepper. Pour marinade over skewers, dividing equally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Arrange lettuces on large platter. Grill chicken until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Grill shrimp until pink on outside and opaque in center, about 4 minutes per side. Remove kebabs from grill; place atop lettuce. Serve with Tomato-Avocado Salsa and Chipotle Aioli .

Tips:

  • To ensure succulent shrimp and juicy chicken, use large shrimp and boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
  • For a smoky flavor, choose a wood chip that pairs well with the barbecue sauce you're using. Popular options include hickory, mesquite, and applewood.
  • To avoid overcooking the shrimp and chicken, cook them over medium heat and monitor their internal temperature using a meat thermometer.
  • Baste the shrimp and chicken with barbecue sauce regularly during the grilling process to impart a rich, flavorful glaze.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp and chicken in a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat.
  • Serve the grilled shrimp and chicken with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, potato salad, or corn on the cob.

Conclusion:

Barbecued shrimp and chicken is a delectable dish that offers a delightful blend of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. With careful preparation and attention to detail, you can create a mouthwatering feast that will impress your family and friends. Whether you're grilling in the backyard or cooking indoors, this versatile recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings for a delicious barbecue meal.

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