Chipotle Cream Shrimp
Dive into a world of bold, smoky flavors with this Chipotle Cream Shrimp recipe—a quick, mouthwatering dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Juicy shrimp are seared to perfection and smothered in a velvety sauce made with smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, rich heavy cream, and a hint of fresh lime juice for balance. This easy yet incredibly flavorful recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy days when you’re craving something indulgent. Serve this creamy, spicy goodness over fluffy rice, tender pasta, or with crusty bread for a truly satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this dish is sure to become a new favorite for lovers of bold, spicy seafood recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Adobo sauce from chipotle can
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic. Sauté it for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.
Blend the chipotle peppers and adobo sauce into a smooth paste using a blender or food processor, or finely chop them if you prefer a chunkier texture.
Add the blended chipotle mixture to the skillet, followed by the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Stir in the lime juice and return the cooked shrimp to the skillet to coat them in the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to ensure the shrimp are warmed through.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if needed.
Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve hot over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 282 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 659 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 343 mg | 7% | |
*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.
