Shrimp with Creamy Orange Chipotle Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this bold and flavorful recipe for Shrimp with Creamy Orange Chipotle Sauce. Perfectly seared shrimp are bathed in a luscious sauce that blends the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed orange juice with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. A touch of heavy cream adds richness, while garlic and cilantro enhance the vibrant flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is a sophisticated yet fuss-free way to impress guests or treat yourself. Serve it over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or a crisp green salad to round out this irresistible meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and black pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Chop the chipotle peppers finely. Add the chipotle peppers to the skillet along with the adobo sauce from the can, followed by the orange juice. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the sauce to simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 6

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the shrimp through.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if needed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat, garnish the shrimp with chopped cilantro, and serve hot. This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(775.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1294.3

Total Fat 82.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 1038.7mg	0%
Sodium 2413.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 11.1g
Protein 111.4g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 217.2mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 1562.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 35.1%

Carbs: 6.5%