Chipotle Shrimp Tacos Recipe

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Chipotle shrimp tacos feature warm corn tortillas filled with spicy chipotle-seasoned shrimp and garnished with fresh cilantro, onion, and bright lime juice. These flavorful tacos showcase the smoky heat of chipotle peppers that infuse the shrimp with complex, spicy flavors. The combination of warm tortillas, perfectly seasoned shrimp, and fresh garnishes creates authentic Mexican street food experience with bold, satisfying flavors in every bite.

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For this recipe, warm corn tortillas are filled with spicy chipotle shrimp and garnished with cilantro, onion, and lime.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
12 tacos
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Ingredients

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  • 1 (12 ounce) package bacon, cut into small pieces

  • ½ onion, diced

  • 2 pounds large cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cut in half

  • 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced

  • 12 corn tortillas

  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1 lime, juiced

  • 1 pinch salt, or to taste

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned; drain fat. Stir onion into bacon in the skillet; cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in shrimp and chipotles; cook until heated through, about 4 minutes.

  2. Heat one side 1 tortilla on an ungreased skillet over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 seconds. Flip; heat second side 5 to 10 seconds more. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Fill tortillas with shrimp mixture; sprinkle with cilantro, lime juice, and salt.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

377 Calories
11g Fat
26g Carbs
42g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 377
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g14%
Saturated Fat 3g17%
Cholesterol 316mg105%
Sodium 830mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 26g10%
Dietary Fiber 4g15%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 42g84%
Vitamin C 9mg10%
Calcium 114mg9%
Iron 6mg32%
Potassium 543mg12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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