Sheet Pan Firecracker Shrimp with Roasted Corn and Black Beans
Spicy firecracker-style shrimp roasted alongside sweet corn and black beans for a vibrant, quick inspired dinner. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 33 minutes pairs large shrimp peeled and deveined, fresh corn kernels, canned black beans drained and rinsed for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1.5 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large sheet pan, toss 1.5 cups fresh corn kernels, 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed), and 1 cup diced red bell pepper with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread evenly and roast for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, in a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp sriracha sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper to make the firecracker sauce.
- Step 3: After 10 minutes, remove sheet pan from oven and add 1 lb large peeled and deveined shrimp, tossing shrimp with the sauce to coat evenly over the vegetables.
- Step 4: Return sheet pan to oven and roast everything together for an additional 6-8 minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro over the top, and serve immediately with warm tortillas or rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Firecracker Shrimp with Roasted Corn and Black Beans take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Firecracker Shrimp with Roasted Corn and Black Beans?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh corn kernels from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Firecracker Shrimp with Roasted Corn and Black Beans?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sheet Pan Firecracker Shrimp with Roasted Corn and Black Beans for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Firecracker Shrimp with Roasted Corn and Black Beans?
American sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.