Creamy Chipotle Lime Grilled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Creamy Chipotle Lime Grilled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb raw peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp (or thawed frozen jumbo shrimp); ½ cup fresh lime juice; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon dried chipotle powder; ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus 1 tsp for the grill; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon chopped parsley; 16 ounces sour cream; 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (1/2 teaspoon for less spicy); ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 chipotle chile in adobo, minced (1/2 teaspoon for less spicy); ½ teaspoon adobo sauce

Servings: persons

1 lb raw peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp (or thawed frozen jumbo shrimp)
½ cup fresh lime juice
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon dried chipotle powder
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus 1 tsp for the grill
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
16 ounces sour cream
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (1/2 teaspoon for less spicy)
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 chipotle chile in adobo, minced (1/2 teaspoon for less spicy)
½ teaspoon adobo sauce

1
Put the shrimp in a colander and rinse under cold water.
2
Shake off any excess water and pour into a large shallow pan.
3
Mix all of the marinade ingredients in a bowl with a wire whisk until combined.
4
Pour the mixture over the shrimp and toss so they are fully coated.
5
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
6
For the Creamy Chipotle Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream with chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, salt, pepper, minced chipotle chili and adobo sauce.
7
Mix until fully combined, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours (or overnight for best results).
8
Start your outdoor grill or heat a grill pan on high and coat with a thin layer of olive oil.
9
Using a pair of tongs, put all of the shrimp onto the hot grill.
10
(If you are using an outdoor grill, you may want to skewer the shrimp together).
11
Cook for approximately 2 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink in color.
12
Serve the shrimp hot with a drizzle of the Creamy Chipotle Sauce.
13
Or, chill the shrimp and use the sauce as a dip.

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* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb raw peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp (or thawed frozen jumbo shrimp), ½ cup fresh lime juice, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, ¼ teaspoon dried chipotle powder, and more.

Yes, Creamy Chipotle Lime Grilled Shrimp 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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Creamy Chipotle Lime Grilled Shrimp

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