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Quick One-Pan Sheet Pan Summer Shrimp Fajitas

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A quick and easy one-pan sheet pan shrimp fajitas recipe perfect for busy summer nights, featuring juicy shrimp and vibrant roasted bell peppers with smoky spices.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (to toss with veggies)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas (warm before serving)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving)
  • Avocado slices or guacamole (for serving)
  • Extra lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and position a rack in the middle.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Squeeze in the juice of one lime and stir well to make a marinade.
  3. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade. Mix gently to coat every piece without breaking the shrimp. Set aside for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Thinly slice red, yellow, and green bell peppers and the red onion into similar thickness strips.
  5. In a large bowl, drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the sliced peppers and onions. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat.
  6. Spread the veggies evenly in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Nestle the shrimp on top, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
  7. Roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes. Halfway through (around 6 minutes), use tongs to flip the shrimp and stir the veggies for even cooking. Shrimp should turn pink and opaque, and veggies tender with slight caramelized edges.
  8. While roasting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or in the oven wrapped in foil.
  9. Remove the sheet pan from the oven. Garnish with fresh cilantro and extra lime wedges. Serve immediately with warmed tortillas, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and avocado slices.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Marinate shrimp for 5-10 minutes only to prevent mushiness. Stir veggies halfway through roasting for even cooking. Use fresh lime juice for brightness. Warm tortillas while shrimp and veggies roast to save time. Remove shrimp early if cooking too fast to avoid rubberiness.

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