Description
Crispy Honey Chipotle Shrimp is a bold and flavorful dish featuring golden pan fried shrimp coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and tossed in a glossy honey chipotle sauce. The combination of smoky chipotle chiles, sweet honey, and fresh lime creates a balanced sauce that clings perfectly to the shrimp. This recipe is easy to prepare in one skillet and delivers restaurant style results with minimal effort, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
Large shrimp peeled deveined and tails removed
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
All purpose flour
Chili powder
Large eggs beaten until smooth
Panko breadcrumbs
Extra virgin olive oil
Chipotle chiles in adobo finely chopped
Adobo sauce from the same can
Pure honey
Fresh lime juice
Cooked white or jasmine rice
Fresh lime wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt and black pepper
2. Set up three shallow bowls one with flour chili powder salt and pepper one with beaten eggs and one with panko breadcrumbs
3. Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour shaking off excess then dip into the eggs and finally press into the panko until fully coated
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat until shimmering
5. Cook the shrimp in a single layer working in batches until golden and crispy on both sides then transfer to a plate and keep warm
6. Lower the heat to medium and add the chopped chipotle chiles adobo sauce honey and fresh lime juice to the same skillet
7. Stir frequently and let the sauce simmer gently until slightly thickened and glossy
8. Remove the skillet from heat add the cooked shrimp back in and toss gently until well coated
9. Serve the shrimp over warm cooked rice with lime wedges on the side
Notes
Drying the shrimp thoroughly before breading is essential for achieving a crispy coating
Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain proper oil temperature and even browning
Adjust the amount of chipotle chiles to control the level of heat
Fresh lime juice adds brightness and balances the sweetness of the honey
The sauce thickens as it cools so avoid overcooking it in the skillet
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American