Sheet Pan Chili Lime Shrimp Fajitas Recipe
These Sheet Pan Chili Lime Shrimp Fajitas are a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy shrimp and colorful bell peppers are tossed in a zesty chili-lime marinade, then roasted together on a single sheet pan for easy cleanup. Served with fresh lime slices, this dish captures the vibrant flavors of fajitas without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Seafood and Vegetables
- 1 pound raw deveined shrimp, with or without tails (31-40 count, thawed if frozen)
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 1 green pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
Marinade and Seasoning
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 limes (1 juiced, 1 sliced for condiment)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for roasting the shrimp and vegetables.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper to make cleanup easy after cooking.
- Make Marinade: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together olive oil, chili powder, crushed red pepper, ground cumin, minced garlic, juice of one lime, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.
- Toss Ingredients: Place the sliced bell peppers, onion, and shrimp into a large bowl. Pour the marinade over them and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange on Sheet Pan: Spread the shrimp and vegetable mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and beginning to brown, and the shrimp are fully cooked and opaque.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with the remaining lime slices for an added fresh burst of citrus flavor.
Notes
- For extra heat, sprinkle more crushed red pepper flakes on top before baking.
- Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite fajita toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or shredded cheese for a complete meal.
- You can substitute shrimp with chicken strips if preferred; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor impact.