Tex Mex Infused Skewers 6
Fire up the grill and take your taste buds on a bold, flavorful journey with Tex Mex Infused Skewers! Perfectly blending marinated chicken, tender sirloin, and juicy shrimp with vibrant bell peppers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and red onion, this recipe is a colorful delight for any barbecue enthusiast. Infused with a zesty marinade of lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, these skewers bring all the smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors you love from Tex-Mex cuisine straight to your plate. Quick to prep and grill, they're ideal for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside guacamole or salsa, these skewers are a festive, protein-packed centerpiece that will wow your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 1 pound Beef sirloin
- 12 pieces Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 piece Red bell pepper
- 1 piece Green bell pepper
- 1 piece Red onion
- 12 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
- 6 pieces Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Cut the chicken breasts and beef sirloin into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, beef, and shrimp, and toss to evenly coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
While the meat marinates, prepare the vegetables: cut the red and green bell peppers into 1-inch pieces, slice the red onion into similar-sized chunks, and set aside the cherry tomatoes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400–450°F).
Assemble the skewers by alternating pieces of marinated chicken, beef, shrimp, bell peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes until the skewers are full.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is fully cooked (internal temperature for chicken should be 165°F, beef to your preferred doneness, and shrimp turning pink and opaque).
Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the skewers just before serving for a fresh burst of flavor.
Serve hot with your favorite Tex-Mex sides such as guacamole, salsa, or grilled corn.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.6 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.0 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1042 mg | 347% | |
| Sodium | 3230 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 280.5 g | 561% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 437 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 4558 mg | 97% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
