Spiced Shrimp Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner
Succulent shrimp roasted with colorful bell peppers and onions, seasoned with smoky fajita spices for a quick, high-protein dinner. This mexican-inspired whole30 (whole30, high protein) ready in about 22 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil, chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips yellow bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips green bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch strips red onion
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Add 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper, 1 large sliced green bell pepper, and 1 medium sliced red onion to the bowl and toss to combine with the shrimp and spices.
- Step 3: Spread the shrimp and vegetables in a single layer on a rimmed sheet pan.
- Step 4: Roast for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through and the vegetables are tender with charred edges.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and drizzle 2 tbsp fresh lime juice over the mixture.
- Step 6: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving, optionally wrapped in lettuce leaves or served with compliant tortillas.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Shrimp Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 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 Spiced Shrimp Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner?
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 Spiced Shrimp Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner?
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 Spiced Shrimp Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner 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.
Is Spiced Shrimp Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Whole30-friendly and bursting with flavor! Ready in 20 minutes for busy weeknights.
- ★★★★★
The spices were perfectly balanced and the sheet pan made cleanup a breeze. My whole family asked for seconds!
- ★★★★☆
Perfect for my kids—no added sugar and they devoured the fajitas. Just needed a squeeze of lime.
