Creamy Chipotle Shrimp: A Quick One-Pot Family Favorite
Experience the rich and smoky flavors of Creamy Chipotle Shrimp, a dish that brings excitement to your dinner table while keeping things simple.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Pot
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined Use large shrimp for a satisfying bite.
- 1-2 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce Add 1 tablespoon of the sauce for flavor.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream For a rich and creamy sauce.
- 3-4 cloves Garlic, minced Enhances the flavor.
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped Sauté until translucent.
- 1-2 pieces Bell Peppers, chopped Use a mix of red and green for color.
- 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Used to deglaze the pan.
- to taste Salt Enhances flavor.
- to taste Pepper Adds warmth.
- 1 handful Fresh Cilantro, chopped For garnish.
- 1 piece Lime, juiced Adds acidity to balance the dish.
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing the vegetables.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and tools. Ensure your shrimp are thawed, peeled, and deveined.
- In a large skillet or pot, add olive oil over medium heat. Allow the oil to warm up for about a minute.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped bell peppers. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pan.
- Add the chipotle peppers and a tablespoon of adobo sauce. Stir well.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream slowly while stirring to create a rich sauce.
- Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook for about 3-5 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.