Grilled Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage & Shrimp K

Name: Grilled Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage & Shrimp Kabobs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the skewers; 1 (12 ounce) package al fresco Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage, sliced on the bias 1/2 inch thick; 1 pound shrimp, deveined; 1 cup pineapple, fresh, 1-inch chunks; 1/2 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks; 1/2 large red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 large orange pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 small zucchini, cut 1/2 diameter slices; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lime rind grated - & reserved for final garnish; Lime Marinade; 2 limes, fresh, juice both, grate one; 1 jalapeno pepper, fresh, seeded and cut into chunks; 5 cloves garlic, fresh; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons turbinado sugar; Saffron Couscous; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 12 ounces Israeli couscous; 1/2 cup white onion, diced 1/4 inch; 1 teaspoon saffron; 1/2 cup white wine; 3 1/4 cups boiling water

Servings: persons

For the skewers
1 (12 ounce) package al fresco Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage, sliced on the bias 1/2 inch thick
1 pound shrimp, deveined
1 cup pineapple, fresh, 1-inch chunks
1/2 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 large red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 large orange pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small zucchini, cut 1/2 diameter slices
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lime rind grated - & reserved for final garnish
Lime Marinade
2 limes, fresh, juice both, grate one
1 jalapeno pepper, fresh, seeded and cut into chunks
5 cloves garlic, fresh
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons turbinado sugar
Saffron Couscous
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
12 ounces Israeli couscous
1/2 cup white onion, diced 1/4 inch
1 teaspoon saffron
1/2 cup white wine
3 1/4 cups boiling water

1
Lime Marinade: Combine all ingredients in food processor.
2
Puree until fine.
3
Set aside.
4
Saffron Couscous: Coat a medium sauce pan with olive oil and saute the Israeli couscous and white onion over medium heat for 3 minutes.
5
Add the Saffron, saute for an additional 2 minutes.
6
Lower the heat and add the white wine.
7
Slowly add the boiling water.
8
Cover and cook for 12 minutes or until couscous is light and fluffy.
9
Combine olive oil, green, red, & orange peppers.
10
Coat vegetables well and pre-grill for 5-7 minutes.
11
Assemble skewers; slide one piece al fresco Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage onto skewer, followed by pineapple, green pepper, shrimp, orange pepper, zucchini, and red pepper.
12
Repeat pattern until skewer is full.
13
Marinate in lime marinade, refrigerated for 1 hour.
14
Grill over a medium high flame, use a pastry brush to baste skewers with any free lime marinade.
15
Grill 5 - 7 minutes per side or until shrimp turn opaque in color.

2180

kcal

Calories

219

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the skewers, 1 (12 ounce) package al fresco Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage, sliced on the bias 1/2 inch thick, 1 pound shrimp, deveined, 1 cup pineapple, fresh, 1-inch chunks, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage & Shrimp Kabobs falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Chipotle Chorizo Chicken Sausage & Shrimp Kabobs

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