Best 5 Cheddar Jalapeno Shrimp Recipes

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**Cheddar Jalapeno Shrimp: A Spicy Delight for Seafood Lovers**

If you're a fan of spicy and flavorful seafood, then this cheddar jalapeno shrimp recipe is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This dish combines the bold flavors of cheddar cheese, jalapenos, and shrimp, creating a delightful and satisfying appetizer or main course. The shrimp are coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture and pan-fried until golden brown, then tossed in a creamy cheddar sauce infused with diced jalapenos. This recipe offers a perfect balance of spicy heat and cheesy indulgence, making it a hit at any gathering. Additionally, the article provides a vegetarian alternative using tofu instead of shrimp, catering to diverse dietary preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP JALAPENO BOATS



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These appealing "boats" make an attractive addition to any appetizer tray. "We love jalapenos and so do a lot of our friends," writes Peggy Wolfgang of Canby, Oregon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

18 medium jalapeno peppers
2 cartons (8 ounces each) spreadable chive and onion cream cheese
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/2 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Cut jalapenos in half and remove seeds. Place in two ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and onions; spoon into jalapeno halves. Top with shrimp. , Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until jalapenos are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARLIC-JALAPEñO SHRIMP



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This tasty marinade-hot but not punishing-is so easy and so flavorful that it will quickly make its way into your regular rotation. Shrimp is marinated with garlic, fresh lime juice, and jalapeño chile peppers, then seared in a skillet until fully cooked through.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 large shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled and deveined (tails left intact; optional)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 jalapeno chile (stem, ribs, and seeds removed), finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Toss together shrimp, garlic, jalapeno, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Marinate in refrigerator for 45 minutes.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade, and add to skillet; cook through, about 2 minutes per side.

CHEF JOHN'S SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Shrimp and grits is a very simple recipe, but make sure you have everything ready before you start cooking the shrimp. They only take a few minutes to sauté, so you don't have time to run and chop scallions or juice a lemon. Once everything is assembled, this recipe is a snap. To make things even easier, you can make the grits a bit ahead since they stay hot a very long time.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
4 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup white grits
½ cup shredded white Cheddar cheese
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
2 tablespoons minced green onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until almost crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer bacon to a dish, leaving drippings in the skillet.
  • Whisk 1/4 cup water, cream, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl.
  • Stir 4 cups water, butter, and 1 teaspoon salt together in a pot; bring to a boil. Whisk grits into pot, bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook until grits are creamy, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir white Cheddar cheese into grits.
  • Place shrimp in a large bowl and season with Cajun seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Heat skillet with bacon drippings over high heat. Cook shrimp in hot bacon fat in a single layer for 1 minute. Turn shrimp and add jalapeno; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir cream mixture, bacon, green onion, and garlic to shrimp mixture; cook and stir, adding water as necessary to thin the sauce, until shrimp are cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in parsley.
  • Ladle grits into a bowl and top with shrimp and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 226 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 1498.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CHEDDAR SHRIMP AND PENNE



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My wife and I take turns in the kitchen. When I created this creamy dish, it quickly became one of our favorites.-Brad Walker, Holt, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook the garlic in butter over medium heat for 1 minute. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 1 cup of cheese until melted. Remove from the heat. , Drain pasta; add the pasta, shrimp and corn to cheese sauce. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 166mg cholesterol, Sodium 754mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHEDDAR SHRIMP NACHOS



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"These fun finger foods in tortilla chip scoops are just the thing for cold-weather get-togethers," says Lisa Feld, a field editor from Grafton, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
48 tortilla chip scoops

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, cheese, chilies, onions and olives. Combine the mayonnaise and cumin; add to shrimp mixture and toss to coat. , Drop by tablespoonfuls into tortilla scoops. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • For the shrimp, choose large, fresh shrimp with the shells removed and deveined. This will ensure that the shrimp are cooked evenly and have a tender texture.
  • If you don't have any jalapenos on hand, you can substitute another type of pepper, such as a serrano or cayenne pepper. Just be sure to adjust the amount of pepper you use to taste.
  • The cheddar cheese sauce is made with a combination of cheddar cheese, cream, and milk. You can use any type of cheddar cheese you like, but a sharp cheddar will give the sauce the most flavor.
  • The shrimp are cooked in the cheddar cheese sauce until they are cooked through and the sauce is hot and bubbly. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately over rice, pasta, or quinoa. You can also serve them with a side of vegetables or salad.

Conclusion:

Cheddar jalapeno shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The shrimp are cooked in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce that is flavored with jalapenos, garlic, and onion. The shrimp are cooked until they are tender and the sauce is hot and bubbly. This dish can be served over rice, pasta, or quinoa. It can also be served with a side of vegetables or salad.

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