Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Rice Bowl (Easy 25-Minute Recipe)
Looking for a quick, flavorful dinner that still feels gourmet? This Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Rice Bowl is bold, smoky, and irresistibly creamy — the kind of weeknight recipe that tastes like it came from a restaurant. With juicy seasoned shrimp, fluffy jasmine rice, and a rich chipotle sauce, this bowl comes together in under 30 minutes.
📝 Ingredients
Shrimp & Seasoning
- 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 extra heat)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Base & Garnish
- 2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Creamy Chipotle Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo, blended
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
🍽️ How to Make a Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Rice Bowl
1️⃣ Season and Sear the Shrimp
Toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
This spice blend adds smoky depth, gentle heat, and citrus brightness.
Sear the shrimp in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink, lightly charred, and cooked through.
2️⃣ Whip Up the Creamy Chipotle Sauce
In a small bowl, mix:
- mayo
- sour cream
- blended chipotle peppers
- lime juice
- honey
- garlic powder
The sauce becomes rich, smoky, and slightly spicy — perfect for drizzling over shrimp and rice.
3️⃣ Build the Perfect Bowl
Start with a warm base of jasmine or white rice.
Top with the freshly seared shrimp, then drizzle (or generously pour!) the creamy chipotle sauce over the top.
The combination of tender shrimp, fluffy rice, and velvety sauce creates a balanced and incredibly satisfying bowl.
4️⃣ Add Fresh Finishing Touches
Sprinkle chopped cilantro and add an extra squeeze of lime for freshness.
These bright flavors cut through the creaminess and round out the dish perfectly.
⏱️ Prep & Nutrition Information
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 2
Approximate Nutrition (per bowl)
- Calories: ~600
- Protein: ~40g