
27/08/2025
π Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Pasta π¦πΆοΈ
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A luxurious pasta dish with tender shrimp, smoky chipotle peppers, and a creamy sauce that clings to every strand of pasta. Perfect for a cozy dinner!
π Ingredients (2β3 servings)
For the Shrimp π¦
300 g (10 oz) raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tbsp olive oil π«
1/2 tsp smoked paprika πΆοΈ
1/4 tsp salt π§
1/4 tsp black pepper π§
For the Sauce πΆ
1 tbsp butter π§
2 cloves garlic, minced π§
1 small shallot, finely chopped π§
2β3 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, finely chopped πΆοΈ
1/2 cup heavy cream π₯
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese π§
1 tsp lime juice π
Salt & pepper, to taste π§
For the Pasta π
200 g (7 oz) pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti) π
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish πΏ
π©βπ³ Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta π
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.
2. Cook the Shrimp π¦
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Season shrimp with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook shrimp 2β3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Creamy Chipotle Sauce πΆ
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
SautΓ© garlic and shallot for 1β2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in chopped chipotle in adobo and cook 30 seconds.
Add heavy cream, Parmesan, and lime juice, stirring until smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water 1 tbsp at a time to reach desired consistency.
4. Combine Pasta & Shrimp π₯’
Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until fully coated.
Gently fold in shrimp.
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
π Tips & Variations
Adjust chipotle to taste: more for extra heat, less for mild spice πΆοΈ.
Add sautΓ©ed bell peppers or spinach for extra color and veggies π±.
Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version π₯.
Serve with garlic bread or a simple green salad π₯.
If you like, I can also create a one-pan, 30-minute quick version thatβs perfect for a fast weeknight dinner π₯.