Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Shrimp Fajitas with Bell Peppers
A vibrant and easy sheet pan dinner featuring spicy shrimp and colorful bell peppers infused with classic Tex-Mex flavors. This mexican-inspired seafood ready in about 27 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, chili powder 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 medium red bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 small red onion, sliced into thin wedges
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until the shrimp are evenly coated.
- Step 2: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced green bell pepper, 1 sliced yellow bell pepper (each sliced into 1/2-inch strips), and 1 small sliced red onion cut into wedges to the baking sheet. Toss to combine with shrimp and spices.
- Step 3: Spread the shrimp and vegetables in a single layer on the sheet pan. Roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes until shrimp are opaque and vegetables are tender with charred edges.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and immediately drizzle 2 tbsp fresh lime juice over the shrimp and vegetables. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
- Step 5: Warm 8 small flour or corn tortillas according to package instructions. Serve the shrimp and peppers inside the warm tortillas for delicious fajitas.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Shrimp Fajitas with Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Tex-Mex Shrimp Fajitas with Bell Peppers?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Shrimp Fajitas with Bell Peppers?
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 Tex-Mex Shrimp Fajitas with Bell Peppers 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 Tex-Mex Shrimp Fajitas with Bell Peppers?
Mexican seafood 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.
