Chipotle Lime Shrimp Scampi Recipes

CHIPOTLE LIME SHRIMP

Steps:

• Mix the chipotle powder, cumin, brown sugar, lime zest, lime juice and cilantro in a bowl. Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss until coated, then let the shrimp marinate for 20 minutes.
• Thread the shrimp onto metal skewers, or wood skewers that have been soaked in water for at least 10 minutes.
• Heat grill to medium-high, then grill the shrimp until cooked (pink and opaque), about 1-2 minutes per side.

CHIPOTLE LIME SHRIMP BOWLS

Steps:

• Place the shrimp in a bowl or gallon freezer bag, and add 2 tablespoons of the oil, lime juice, chipotle peppers, adobe sauce, garlic, honey, salt, cumin, and pepper. Massage the ingredients into the shrimp and let the shrimp rest on the counter for 15 minutes.
• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining oil to the pan and swirl to coat. Spread the shrimp across the pan and discard any remaining marinade. Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side or until they've turned lightly pink on the outside and the insides are turning white.
• Assemble the bowls with the rice, black beans, veggies and sprinkle with cilantro. Drizzle with more adobo sauce and a squeeze of lime if desired.

CLASSIC SHRIMP SCAMPI

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain.
• Meanwhile, season the shrimp with salt. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until the garlic is just golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and just cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp to a plate. Add the wine and lemon juice to the skillet and simmer until slightly reduced, 2 minutes.
• Return the shrimp and any juices from the plate to the skillet along with the linguine, butter and 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water. Continue to cook, tossing, until the butter is melted and the shrimp is hot, about 2 minutes, adding more of the reserved cooking water as needed. Season with salt; stir in the parsley. Serve with lemon wedges.

CHIPOTLE-LIME SHRIMP SCAMPI

Steps:

• Whip together all the ingredients except shrimp, until smooth.
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Arrange shrimp in one layer in a glass baking dish. Dot with the butter mixture.
• Bake 8-15 minutes, turning every 4-5 minutes. The timing depends on the size of the shrimp. They are done when they turn pink and opaque. Don't overcook--they will become tough.

CHIPOTLE SHRIMP OR SCALLOP SCAMPI WITH FETTUCCINE

Steps:

• Saute the chopped chipotle peppers, shallots (if using) and garlic in oil for about 2 minutes.
• Add in uncooked shrimp; cook stirring constantly for about 3 minutes or until the shrimp is pink; remove the mixture to a bowl, cover to keep warm and set aside.
• To the skillet add in the wine, Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce; cook for 4 minutes over medium-high heat.
• Return the shrimp mixture back to the skillet, then add in butter and lemon juice; cook for about 2 minutes or until heated through and combined.
• Season with salt and black pepper.
• Place the cooked fettuccine in a large serving platter or dish; Place the shrimp mixture on top of the pasta; toss to combine.
• Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

SPICY CHIPOTLE GRILLED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Mix together the garlic, chipotle peppers, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, cilantro, kosher salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Stir in the shrimp, and mix well to thoroughly coat. Marinate for 30 minutes in refrigerator.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
• Remove the shrimp from the marinade, and discard excess marinade. Thread about 5 shrimp per skewer, and grill on the preheated grill until the shrimp turn pink and opaque in the center, about 2 minutes per side.

GRILLED CHIPOTLE SHRIMP

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, bring the brown sugar, chipotles, adobo sauce, garlic, water, lime juice, oil and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; cool completely., Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Add the shrimp; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours., Meanwhile, combine the sauce ingredients; chill until serving. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. , Grill shrimp on an oiled rack, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until shrimp are pink, 6-8 minutes, turning once. Serve with sauce.

20-MINUTE CHIPOTLE SHRIMP

Steps:

• Combine Country Crock® Spread, cilantro, lime juice, honey, garlic, cumin, chipotle chili powder, and salt in non-aluminum dish.
• Reserve half of Country Crock® Spread mixture. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Cover and marinate 10 minutes.
• Skewer shrimp. Grill or broil shrimp, turning once and brushing with reserved Spread mixture, 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
• Serve shrimp in tortillas and, if desired with black beans, Mexican crema, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Garnish with lemons or limes if desired.