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

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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

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss gently to coat completely.
Transfer the shrimp to a baking dish.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Serve immediately with crusty baguette slices for dipping into the delicious sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

Fat

39g

Carbs

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Seafood Shrimp Recipes The Americas American Cajun & Creole Southern Baking 30 Minutes Or Less

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce?

Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce?

Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce has approximately 300.6 calories per serving, with about 69 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce?

The key ingredients for Baked Shrimp In Chipotle Sauce are Unsalted Butter, Dry Red Wine, Worcestershire Sauce, Chipotle Chile In Adobo, Adobo Sauce, Garlic Clove. See the full list with measurements above.