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Easy Chili’s-Style Shrimp Tacos Recipe

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Flavorful shrimp tacos inspired by Chili’s, featuring zesty seasoned shrimp, crisp cabbage slaw, and a creamy chipotle mayo sauce. Quick to prepare and perfect for a delicious, restaurant-style meal at home.

  • Total Time: 16 mins
  • Yield: 6 tacos

Ingredients

Shrimp and Seasoning

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Toppings and Assembly

  • 6 small tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage or slaw mix
  • ¼ cup chipotle mayo or ranch sauce

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
  2. Cook the shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.
  3. Warm the tortillas: While the shrimp is cooking, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
  4. Assemble the tacos: Lay each tortilla flat and add a portion of the cooked shrimp, then top with shredded cabbage or slaw mix and drizzle with chipotle mayo or ranch sauce.
  5. Serve immediately: Serve the shrimp tacos hot to enjoy the perfect combination of flavors and textures.

Notes

  • Add avocado slices or fresh pico de gallo for extra flavor and texture variations.
  • Substitute slaw mix with finely shredded lettuce if preferred.
  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
  • Adjust seasoning levels to suit personal taste, especially the chili powder for spiciness.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex