Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas make an easy and delicious meal! Toss everything on a baking sheet for a nice and enjoyable dinner.
A meal on a stove? Yes, please! There’s something about cooking dinner on a single pan in the oven that never gets old. And this Shrimp fajitas on a plate are perfect for an easy weeknight dinner! This Tex-Mex favorite is delicious in a skillet, but even more fun on a baking sheet. The shrimp come out succulent and succulent, and everything is infused with an irresistible combination of spices. Wrap it in a soft lime cream tortilla and it’s an absolute crowd pleaser. This one is always a big hit with everyone in the family: even our 5 year old!
Ingredients for shrimp fajitas on the plate
There’s nothing quite like sizzling prawns: whether in the pan or on the griddle! This recipe is easy to make and the best part? The kitchen is completely hands-free. Add the veggies, use this time to prepare the shrimp, then add the shrimp and voila! What you need for this recipe:
- pepper
- Red and white onion
- olive oil
- Spices: Cumin, chilli powder, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder and smoked paprika
- shrimp
- Garlic
- wheat tortillas
- lime cream, for serving
The kind of shrimp to buy
There are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for shrimp for this Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas recipe! Here’s what you need to know:
- The tail is beautiful but can be annoying. We love the look of the tails on the shrimp, but you’ll need to remove the tails before preparing your fajita. For ease of consumption, you can opt for fully peeled shrimp.
- Frozen or fresh work. Frozen shrimp can be even fresher than fresh shrimp if frozen immediately after being caught. Just make sure you thaw the shrimp beforehand.
- Look for deveined shrimp. Try to find shrimp that have already been deveined, which will save you a lot of headaches.
- Wild fishing is a sustainable choice. Wild fish caught in your country is generally a sustainable choice. There are also quality options at well-regulated farms; see Seafood Watch consumer guide.
Basic concept: dinner on a baking sheet
The basic concept of shrimp fajitas on a plate? Cook vegetables and proteins right on the same hob. Since the shrimp cook very quickly, the vegetables need more time in the oven. So you cook the veggies first and then add the shrimp. Here are the basic steps:
- Prepare the vegetables Mix them with olive oil and spices. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Boil the vegetables for 15 minutes at 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Meanwhile, prepare the shrimp Mix it with olive oil and spices.
- Place the shrimp on the same plate and cook for 5 minutes, until opaque and cooked through. As simple as that!
Tips for reheating tortillas
While your shrimp fajitas are cooking, be sure to reheat the tortillas! You just can’t make good fajitas with cold, chewy tortillas. How to Reheat Tortillas Like a Pro:
- Place them over the flame of a gas burner. Place each tortilla directly on a gas burner for a few seconds on each side and rotate with tongs. This will lightly char the edges and warm the tortillas. Then throw them in a tortilla warmer!
- Heat them up in the oven. Go to How to Reheat Tortillas. You can also char them with a kitchen torch if you’re a fan of charred tortillas like us.
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The description
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas make an easy and delicious meal! Toss everything on a baking sheet for a nice and enjoyable dinner.
For the vegetables
- 3 Peppers, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small white onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon every Chili powder, garlic powder and smoked paprika*
- 1 ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
For the shrimp and fajitas
- 1 Pound medium sized shrimp, with or without tails, thawed and patted dry
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, chopped
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- wheat tortillas
- lime cream, for serving
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, toss the chopped vegetables with the olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, toss the shrimp with the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, onion powder, and salt.
- Place the vegetables on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cook until tender, 15 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking.
- Once the veggies are soft, set them on one side of the baking sheet. Add the shrimp and cook until the shrimp are just opaque, 4-5 minutes more. After cooking, mix the vegetables and shrimp.
- Meanwhile, warm the tortillas.
- Serve immediately with tortillas and lime cream.
- Category: main course
- Method: Oven
- Kitchen: Cooked
- Diet: Gluten free
Keywords: Shrimp fajitas on plate
