25‑Minute Cherry Chipotle Shrimp Bowls (Print)

Shrimp in cherry chipotle glaze with rice, avocado, and veggies—a sweet, smoky, quick dinner for busy nights.

# Components:

→ Shrimp Preparation

01 - 450 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Cherry Chipotle Glaze

05 - 1/3 cup cherry preserves
06 - 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon honey
08 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
09 - 1 garlic clove, minced

→ Bowl Assembly

10 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
11 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 avocado, sliced
13 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together cherry preserves, minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, honey, lime juice, and minced garlic. Set aside.
02 - Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry. Toss them with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until they are just opaque.
04 - Pour the prepared cherry chipotle glaze over the shrimp. Continue to toss and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken and coat the shrimp. Remove from heat.
05 - Divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top each bowl with the glazed shrimp, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
06 - Garnish with lime wedges for squeezing over the bowls. Offer extra glaze on the side if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple ingredients with maximum flavor impact
  • Customizable for different dietary needs and preferences
  • Visually stunning for both weeknight dinners and casual entertaining
02 -
  • Perfect for meal prep. Components can be prepared separately and assembled just before serving
  • Contains an excellent balance of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates
  • Naturally gluten free but always check your chipotle peppers and preserves labels
03 -
  • Always pat shrimp completely dry before cooking to achieve better browning and prevent steaming.
  • When working with chipotle peppers, transfer unused peppers and sauce to a small container and freeze for future recipes.
  • For maximum flavor, marinate the shrimp in a tablespoon of the sauce for 15 minutes before cooking if time permits.

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