An easy, crowd-pleasing dinner packed with smoky, creamy, and zesty flavors in every bite!
Description
This Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Rice Bowl is the perfect balance of bold and comforting. Juicy shrimp are seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic, and a touch of cayenne, then quickly sautéed until tender and flavorful. Everything is served over fluffy white or jasmine rice and finished with a rich, smoky chipotle sauce that’s creamy, slightly spicy, and brightened with fresh lime. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that works great for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp & Rice Bowl:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
For the Creamy Chipotle Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (blended)
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt, to taste
Method (Preparation Steps)
Prepare the Creamy Chipotle Sauce:
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, blended chipotle peppers, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside.
Season the Shrimp:
In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Cook the Shrimp:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
Assemble the Rice Bowls:
Divide the cooked rice between serving bowls. Top with the cooked shrimp.
Finish & Serve:
Drizzle generously with the creamy chipotle sauce and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!