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Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

Quick and easy sheet pan shrimp fajitas. Serve with tortillas, cilantro, avocado, or any other condiments you like while only using one pan.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 people
Calories 919.9 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Baking Sheet Essential for even roasting and broiling; consider preheating for better char.
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For tossing shrimp and vegetables with seasoning.
  • 1 Chef's knife For precise slicing of vegetables.
  • 1 Cutting Board For safe and efficient vegetable preparation.
  • 1 Tongs For mixing ingredients and transferring shrimp.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 1 ounce package fajita seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ pounds raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced into strips
  • 1 red onion sliced into strips
  • 1 jalapeno pepper sliced into rings

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Mix fajita seasoning and olive oil together in a large bowl. Add shrimp; toss to coat.
  • Lay out seasoned shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet. Add bell peppers, red onion, and jalapeño; mix with shrimp and spread out evenly.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until shrimp are opaque, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a serving plate.
  • Broil pepper mixture until lightly blackened, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to the serving plate with shrimp.

Notes

To prevent rubbery shrimp, ensure the sheet pan isn't overcrowded; this allows for proper roasting and slight caramelization. For optimal char on vegetables, separate them from the shrimp before broiling, as the shrimp cooks much faster. Pat shrimp dry before seasoning for better browning. A squeeze of fresh lime juice after cooking brightens the flavors considerably. Serve with warm tortillas, fresh cilantro, and a dollop of crema or guacamole for a complete and vibrant dish. Consider a quick 15-minute marinade for the shrimp in the seasoning blend for deeper flavor penetration.