A spicy bowl of chipotle lime shrimp, served over rice, beans, and fresh tomatoes is best served with a side of refreshing tequila.
If I’m indulging in a night of tequila drinks, I love nothing more than to order up a spicy dish to go along side – enter this chipotle lime shrimp skillet.
Let’s talk about this skillet – one it’s huge! You can serve a family or a handful of boozed up friends. It’s piled high with rice and beans, grilled corn cut from the cob, juicy ripe tomatoes, fragrant cilantro (lots of cilantro), warm tortillas, wedges of lime, and whatever else you desire. 
Two – this skillet has shrimp! Garlic-y, spicy chipotle lime shrimp all topped with a sprinkle of cilantro. This shrimp is sizzled in a skillet with fresh squeeze lime juice, diced garlic and chipotle peppers in adobo. Cooked to perfection and then gently placed on top of your huge skillet of toppings.
Grab those warm tortillas, stuff them full of all this deliciousness, and eat! Drink margaritas, stuff lime wedges in beers, laugh with your friends, and eat until your bursting at the seams.
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Smoky Chipotle Lime Shrimp Skillet
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This one-skillet meal is bursting with bold flavors of smoky chipotle, tangy lime, and fresh cilantro. Juicy shrimp cook quickly in the vibrant sauce, served over a bed of rice, beans, and corn.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
- 4 tablespoons (59ml) garlic
- 4 individual chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced,plus 1 tablespoon (15ml) of sauced reserved)
- 1/2 cup (118ml) fresh lime juice
- 1-1/2 pounds (0.68kg) shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/4 cup (59ml) chopped fresh cilantro (plus more for serving)
- 2 cups (473ml) cooked rice
- 1 15 ounce (425g) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 ears of corn (grilled and cut off the cobb)
- 1/2 cup (118ml) diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 2 limes (cut into wedges)
- corn or flour tortillas (warmed)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, garlic, and minced chipotle peppers with the reserved sauce.
- Cook until fragrant and garlic begins to soften, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add lime juice and cook down for about 2-3 minutes.
- Add shrimp, flipping once, and cooking just until pink. The sauce should start to thicken as shrimp cook.
- To serve, in a large skillet, layer cooked rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, avocado, lime wedges and tortillas.
- Serve with any additional toppings you desire (salsa, guacamole, sour cream, etc.).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen shrimp for the chipotle lime shrimp?
Yes, you can use frozen shrimp, but be sure to thaw them completely before cooking. This will help them cook evenly and absorb the chipotle lime flavor.
What type of beans should I use in the Lime Shrimp Bowls?
Black beans or pinto beans work well for this recipe. You can use canned beans for convenience; just rinse and drain them before adding.
How do I adjust the spiciness of the chipotle lime shrimp?
You can adjust the spiciness by using fewer chipotle peppers in adobo or by adding more lime juice to balance the heat. Taste as you go to find your preferred spice level.
