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Home » Creative Recipes » Appetizers » Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

BY: Michele
PUBLISHED: Mar 30, 2015
UPDATED: Apr 17, 2025
9 Reviews / 4 Average
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Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos make a cheesy, creamy, spicy, and crunchy appetizer that is perfect for game day. 

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

In this Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos recipe post, I will share:

  • How to make this easy, cheesy, spicy Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos appetizer recipe that is perfect for a game day party to cheer on your favorite team, or for celebrating Cinco De Mayo! Pair it with Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, or Shrimp Fajitas for a party.
Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos
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During March, Mr. Flavor Mosaic commandeers the remote control to watch the big basketball tournament. With football season over, Mr. Flavor Mosaic turns his enthusiasm to basketball. He loves the fast-paced nature of the game and the college rivalries. In March, the excitement builds as the big college basketball event comes to a climax with the count down to the final game. It gives him another reason to talk smack with his buddies.  (As if he needs one!)

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

While I enjoy the basketball games, I mainly enjoy time with my family and friends, as well as the food, of course. I always make sure to have some yummy munchies on hand to watch the game. My Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos are a fan favorite for a game day appetizer.

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

I always make sure to have some cans of RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes in the pantry. My favorites are the Original and the Mexican style with Lime & Cilantro. For this recipe, I used the Mexican style RO*TEL, but Original would work well also.

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

How To Make Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

To make the Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos recipe, you will need small, uncooked shrimp, RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes, sour cream, mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, and gouda (or your favorite cheese).

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, add shrimp, garlic, and red pepper flakes, and cook for a couple of minutes until the shrimp are no longer pink.

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

Stir in the sour cream and mayonnaise. Then the drained RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes. Then stir in the Cheddar and Gouda cheeses.

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

It will create a creamy, cheesy sauce with shrimp, tomatoes, and chilies.

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

Spread a layer of thick, sturdy tortilla chips on a serving plate. Spoon the cheesy shrimp sauce over the nachos, and sprinkle with extra cheese. You can either place it under the broiler for a minute or two or in the microwave for 30 seconds to melt the cheese.

Watch the video above to see how to make this Shrimp Dip!

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Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos

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Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos Recipe

Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos make a cheesy, creamy, spicy, and crunchy appetizer that is perfect for game day. 
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Seafood, Shrimp Dip, Tijuana Shrimp Dip Nachos
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
Total Time 30 minutes minutes
Servings 6
Calories 640kcal
Author Michele @ Flavor Mosaic

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 8 ounces small shrimp peeled, deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup sherry or chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice from about 1 lemon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 (10-ounce) can RO*TEL diced tomatoes and chilies, drained
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Gouda Cheese
  • 1 13-ounce bag thick corn tortilla chips
  • Garnish with chopped tomatoes onions, or jalapeños
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Instructions 

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add shrimp, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook, for about 2 minutes until pink. Stir in wine and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add in drained RO*TEL diced tomatoes and chilies.
  • Bring to a simmer; remove from heat and stir in cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, 1/2 cup Cheddar, and Gouda.
  • Spread tortilla chips into a microwave-safe plate or bowl. Spoon the shrimp dip over the top of the tortilla chips. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar and Gouda cheese. Place in the microwave for about 1 to 1-1/2 minutes. (Microwaves times may vary.)
  • Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 640kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 174mg | Sodium: 1113mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 704IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 504mg | Iron: 2mg

Filed Under: 30-Minutes-or-Less, Appetizers, Budget-friendly, Cinco De Mayo, Dinner Recipes, Game Day, Hot Dips, Lunch, Mexican Recipes, Nachos, Party Foods, Quick and Easy, Seafood, Skillet, Snacks, Spicy, Sponsored Posts, Spring, Stove Top, Summer Tagged With: cheddar, cilantro, Collective Bias, Gouda, Rotel, shrimp, sponsored, Tortilla Chips

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Comments

  1. Sarah says

    March 30, 2015 at 5:33 pm

    Seriously drooling! What a creative way to make nachos!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 30, 2015 at 6:09 pm

      Thanks Sarah! These were a huge hit with the family.

      Reply
  2. Christie says

    March 30, 2015 at 6:33 pm

    Really inventive nachos. This is a fabulous recipe.

    Reply
  3. Shelby says

    March 30, 2015 at 7:49 pm

    These look so delicious and I love shrimp. I need to make these soon!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 30, 2015 at 10:19 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Sandra Shaffer says

    March 30, 2015 at 11:53 pm

    I love this nacho recipe, Michele! Perfect timing! I bought shrimp from Costco over the weekend!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 31, 2015 at 3:41 am

      Fantastic Sandra! I hope you make it. I’m seriously thinking about making your Individual Pavlova Nests for Easter!

      Reply
  5. Susie Gall says

    March 31, 2015 at 11:13 am

    Wow, Michelle. One of my favorite foods – ever, is nachos and I love all flavor combos. I haven’t tried shrimp yet, but when I do it will be your recipe. I LOVE this – it looks and sounds fabulous!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 31, 2015 at 9:06 pm

      Thanks Susie!

      Reply
  6. Dan from Platter Talk says

    March 31, 2015 at 11:17 am

    Holy FLAVOR! The RO*TEL combined with shrimp takes this dish completely over the top; great job putting this one together!!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 31, 2015 at 9:06 pm

      Thanks Dan! We loved it!

      Reply
  7. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    March 31, 2015 at 11:21 am

    Great take on nachos! These look fab and love adding RO*TEL to them!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 31, 2015 at 9:05 pm

      Thank you Patricia!

      Reply
  8. Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads says

    March 31, 2015 at 2:28 pm

    What a fun and creative idea to use Rotel! I know I have to try these asap!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 31, 2015 at 9:05 pm

      Thank you Sheena!

      Reply
  9. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says

    March 31, 2015 at 3:27 pm

    These nachos sound delicious- perfect for game day… or any day. 😉

    Reply
    • Michele says

      March 31, 2015 at 9:04 pm

      They are a hit for game day. I was asked to make these again.

      Reply
  10. Wendy says

    August 7, 2016 at 8:05 pm

    Hello. your recipe looks delicious. I will be making it soon. I was just curious as to why the recipe says Tijuana? Does the recipe originate from Tijuana or are you from Tijuana? I like to read about different foods history and my boyfriend is from Tijuana

    Reply
    • Michele says

      August 8, 2016 at 10:26 am

      Hi, I wish I had a good story about the name but I just liked the sound of it for the dip. I thought it made the recipe more interesting and would get readers attention. I’m not from Tijuana, nor is the recipe (as far as I know.)

      Reply
  11. Patty cakes says

    August 25, 2016 at 12:31 pm

    LOVE the looks of this recipe Michele!! I’m drooling and can’t wait to make this, tonight if I can get off the couch. Still on summer vaca, lol Thank you thank you!!

    Reply
  12. Patty says

    August 26, 2016 at 12:31 pm

    Had this delish dish later night for dinner, I put it over tamales this morning for breakfast!! OUTSTANDING

    Reply
    • Michele says

      August 27, 2016 at 7:20 am

      What a great idea! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
  13. Deborah Butler says

    June 5, 2018 at 11:31 pm

    I would like to subscribe to your blog. Thank you.

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    • Michele says

      June 6, 2018 at 1:07 am

      Thank you Deborah, I’m honored.

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