Smothered Shrimp Burritos

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 10
Smothered Shrimp Burritos Packed with Spicy Flavor and Cheesy Goodness
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

30 -40 large shrimp , cooked , peeled , & deviened
3 cups monterey jack cheese , shredded
12 ounces spinach , chopped
1 lb mushroom , sliced
2 tablespoons garlic , crushed
4 spinach tortillas
1 bottle green chili sauce , medium
1 large tomatoes , cubed
1 avocado , sliced
1/4 cup cilantro , chopped
iceberg lettuce , chopped
olive oil
nonstick cooking spray

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
650
Sugar
4g
Fat
43g
Smothered Shrimp Burritos are the epitome of a Mexican comfort food. They offer a heavenly combination of spicy shrimp and melted Monterey Jack cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla. This recipe is perfect for those looking to indulge in a satisfyingly creamy meal with a little kick of heat.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and mushrooms. Cook until the mushrooms become tender.
3.Add spinach to the skillet. Cook until wilted.
4.Add the pre-cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the tomatoes. Heat for a couple of minutes.
5.Place a few spoonfuls of the shrimp mixture into each tortilla. Add some shredded cheese. Roll the tortillas up and place them in the prepared baking dish.
6.Pour green chili sauce over the burritos then sprinkle with more cheese.
7.Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
8.Garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, chopped iceberg lettuce, and more of the cubed tomatoes.

PROS

These burritos are easy and quick to make, packed with protein and veggies, and covered in yummy sauce and melted cheese.

Epic food for a cozy dinner, and perfect for any shrimp lover looking for a spicy meal to devour.

CONS

The recipe calls for a spicy green chili sauce, which may be too hot for some people.
So, if you’re not fond of spicy food, you can consider making a milder sauce to replace it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimp is an excellent source of protein, promoting healthy muscles, skin, bone, and brain health. It is also low in fat and calories which makes it an ideal food option to maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. Spinach is loaded with immune-boosting nutrients like vitamins A and C, iron, and folate. Along with that, green chili sauce contains capsaicin that may help to lower your blood sugar levels and reduce pain and inflammation.

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