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    Home > Recipes > Easy Appetizer Recipes

    Published: Mar 27, 2018 · Modified: Apr 11, 2020 by Denise Browning

    Game On Shrimp Skillet Nachos

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    Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Ricos Products for this shrimp nachos recipe. All opinions are 100% mine alone, as always. #RicosCheesePlease

    Game On Shrimp Skillet Nachos that are easy to make with tortilla chips, nacho sauce, shrimp, avocados, and salsa. This ONE-SKILLET dish makes the perfect pick-me-up for games or casual entertaining.

    Overhead view of colorful tortilla chips layered on a skillet topped with nacho sauce, shrimp, avocado, and salsa.

    Do you love watching sports, like March Madness? How about Major League Baseball? No matter what is your answer is, these Shrimp Nachos are game on!

    They are rich, satisfying, and quick to prepare, making the perfect treat for games and casual entertaining, too.

    How to Prepare our Shrimp Skillet Nachos

    To prepare them, all we need to do is season shrimp with a store-bought taco seasoning mix. Heat a medium ovenproof skillet over medium heat, add oil, and cook shrimp for about 4 minutes.

    Then, squeeze on lime juice and place on a plate or in a bowl.

    ingredients for shrimp nachos

    Layer a thick layer of chips, both purple and yellow, in the same skillet used to cook the shrimp. Drizzle the nacho cheese over the chips, spoon on half of the cooked shrimp,  and scatter on the shredded cheese. Repeat layering once more.

    Next, bake at 350 degrees F for about 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Remove from the oven, top nachos with avocado, tomatoes, red onion, Serrano or jalapeno peppers,  chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Serve warm with sour cream and/or lime wedges.

    This is the type of recipe that doesn't require any special skills and is quick to make. I am telling you, honey, this is one of the tastiest appetizers ever.

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    In addition, all the ingredients for our Shrimp Skillet Nachos are conveniently available at Walmart -- including Ricos Gourmet Nacho Cheese Sauce which is trans fat FREE and made with no hydrogenated oils.

    It can be used as an ingredient for a dish, a topping, or a dip. Just heat and eat! Basically, fun food for a fun world. 😉

    Actually, Ricos has a entire line of cheese sauces that are great for parties, birthdays, holidays, bbqs & other occasions. For more info about Rico's cheese sauces, delicious recipes like this one and also our Pizza Bomb Nachos, take a look at their website!

    Overhead view of shrimp nachos on a skillet between lime wedges and a can of nacho sauce.

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    PIN & ENJOY!

    Close up image of colorful tortilla chips layered on a skillet topped with nacho sauce, shrimp, avocado, and salsa.

     

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    Game On Shrimp Skillet Nachos

    Game On Shrimp Skillet Nachos that are easy to make with tortilla chips, nacho sauce, shrimp, cheese, fresh toppings, and  herbs.  This ONE-SKILLET dish makes the perfect pick-me-up for games or casual entertaining.
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes minutes
    Servings 8 people
    Author Denise Browning

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound Extra Large shrimp (raw, shell and tail-off), thawed and pat dry
    • 1 ounce taco seasoning mix (original)
    • 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 1 large and juicy lime, divided
    • 2 (8-ounce) bags tortilla chips (one purple and one yellow)
    • 1 (15-ounce) can Rico's Gourmet Nacho Cheese Sauce
    • 1 cup Mexican blend cheese or other, shredded (optional)
    • 1 small avocado, chopped
    • ½ cup chopped tomatoes
    • ¼ cup chopped red onions (optional)
    • 1 Serrano pepper, sliced (or jalapeno if preferred)
    • chopped cilantro

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 F.
    • Season shrimp with the taco seasoning mix in a medium bowl.
    • Then, heat a medium ovenproof skillet over medium heat, add oil, and cook shrimp for about 2 minutes on one side and turn to cook another 2 minutes. . S
    • Squeeze on half of a lime and place on a plate or in a bowl.
    • Layer a thick layer of chips, both purple and yellow, in the same skillet used to cook the shrimp.
    • Drizzle the nacho cheese over the chips, spoon on half of the cooked shrimp, and scatter on the shredded cheese.  Repeat layering once more
    • Next, bake for about 5-10 minutes, or until hot and cheese is melted. 
    • Remove from the oven, top nachos with avocado, tomatoes, red onion, pepper, and chopped cilantro, and squeeze the other half of the lime over the garnishes.

    Recipe Notes

    Nachos must be served warm and can be topped with sour cream.

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    About Denise Browning

    I'm Denise Browning, a chef with almost 2 decades of experience, a nutrition researcher, and cookbook author. Here you’ll find easy healthy meals with some occasional splurges. More About Me.

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    1. Paul says

      October 21, 2019 at 11:32 am

      5 stars
      I made these nachos for a recent game with friends. Damn! They were so darn delicious.

      Reply
    2. Zelma Porres says

      October 05, 2019 at 11:16 am

      5 stars
      The best seafood nachos that I have ever had. |

      Reply
    3. Raymund says

      April 15, 2018 at 2:45 pm

      All this needs is a ice cold Corona or Sol! Very nice

      Reply
    4. Kate - Gluten Free Alchemist says

      March 30, 2018 at 6:58 am

      These look amazing! Bookmarked x

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    5. John / Kitchen Riffs says

      March 28, 2018 at 9:20 am

      Best. Nachos. Ever! These look terrific -- love the idea of the shrimp. Good stuff -- thanks.

      Reply
    6. Deb|EastofEdenCooking says

      March 27, 2018 at 11:54 am

      Anything shrimp always get my attention! Gorgeous and flavorful nachos, a wonderful way to enjoy shrimp.

      Reply
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