Effortless Sheet Pan Fajita Shrimp That Everyone Will Love
This Sheet Pan Fajita Shrimp recipe combines juicy shrimp with vibrant veggies for a quick, flavorful meal under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Oven
- baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons Butter, melted Olive oil can be a lighter substitute
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced Garlic powder can be used as a backup
- 2 teaspoons Chili Powder Taco seasoning can be used for extra flavor
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Extra chili powder can substitute if needed
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used instead
- 1 lime Lime Juice Lemon juice serves as a substitute if necessary
- Salt To taste
- Pepper To taste
For the Veggies
- 2 cups Bell Peppers, sliced (red and yellow) Substitute with zucchini or asparagus for variety
- 1 medium Red Onion, sliced Yellow or white onion can be substituted
For Serving
- 4 pieces Flour Tortillas Corn tortillas offer a gluten-free option
- Fresh Cilantro Optional, for garnish
Instructions
How to Make Sheet Pan Fajita Shrimp
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the large shrimp, melted butter, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Slice the bell peppers and red onion into strips. Spread them on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Layer the marinated shrimp evenly over the prepared vegetables on the baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque, and the vegetables are tender.
- Once done, garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with warm tortillas.
Notes
Optional: Serve with salsa or avocado for an extra burst of flavor.