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Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce Recipe

Experience a fiery twist on a New Orleans classic! This Baked Shrimp in Chipotle Sauce replaces traditional cayenne and black pepper with smoky chipotle chiles, creating a captivating blend of spice and a stunning brick-red hue. Forget forks and knives – this main course is designed for a messy, delicious, hands-on experience. Succulent shrimp baked to perfection in a rich, buttery chipotle sauce, served with crusty bread for sopping up every last drop. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight meal for those craving bold flavors and unforgettable taste.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 300.6 kcal
Protein 69g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Dry Red Wine
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the can of chipotle peppers)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

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How to Make Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped), garlic, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, paprika, and salt.
  3. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss gently to coat completely.
  4. Transfer the shrimp to a baking dish.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  6. Serve immediately with crusty baguette slices for dipping into the delicious sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

39g

Carbs

1g

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