Shrimp with Smoky Chipotle Sauce

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with this bold and flavorful Shrimp with Smoky Chipotle Sauce! Perfectly tender shrimp are sautéed to perfection and enveloped in a rich, smoky sauce made with chipotle peppers in adobo, tomato paste, and a hint of honey for balanced sweetness. This recipe is infused with layers of flavor, thanks to aromatic garlic, smoked paprika, and a splash of zesty lime juice, creating an irresistible combination. Simmered to perfection and blended for smoothness, the sauce clings beautifully to the shrimp, offering a fiery yet comforting experience. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with lime wedges, this dish pairs marvelously with steamed rice, warm tortillas, or crusty bread for an unforgettable meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant recipe is a showstopper for seafood lovers craving smoky spice.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from chipotle can)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 4 wedges lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 3

Add the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, tomato paste, chicken broth, honey, lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 4

Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens. Use an immersion blender or transfer the sauce to a regular blender and blend until smooth. Return the sauce to the skillet over low heat.

Step 5

In a separate skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the chipotle sauce. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly in the sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the shrimp with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side. Pair with steamed rice, crusty bread, or tortillas for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(767.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	873.6

Total Fat 31.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 2750.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 114.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 247.6mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1919.2mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 50.7%

Carbs: 17.7%