One-pan Shrimp Fajitas

EASY Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas with all your favorite Mexican flavors that makes the reliable lighter weeknight dinner easily made all on one pan in under 20 minutes! Reliable recipe for your Sunday meal prep too!

A cook was craving Mexican food the other night and it hit me, A cook NEED some shrimp fajitas! This shrimp fajita recipe is similar to the sheet pan chicken fajitas, but this is even faster to make! The reliable recipe when you need something quick and satisfying on a busy weeknight. The fresh flavors in this dish are incredible, served with lime wedges, warm tortillas and all the toppings

If you like your peppers and onions well-done and really soft, add those to the sheet pan first before the shrimp and bake for an extra 10 minutes before adding the shrimp!

What goes in

• 1 pound medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 bell peppers, seeded and sliced (
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, about 1 lime
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• Optional toppings: avocado, salsa, sour cream, cheese
• Serve with warm tortillas or lettuce cups

How it comes together

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and coat a large sheet pan with nonstick spray.
2. Use a wide bowl (or right on the pan), drizzle olive oil over top of the shrimp and veggies then toss with the spices, salt and pepper, making sure everything is evenly coated.
3. Make sure the shrimp and veggies are spread out in an even layer and place the baking sheet in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Shrimp should be pink in color and opaque.
4. If you prefer your veggies softer and more done, cook those on the sheet pan first for about 10 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.
5. Drizzle the shrimp and veggies with fresh lime juice and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve with tortillas or lettuce cups and desired toppings!