Shrimp Fajitas

5 from 2 votes

Indulge in a sizzling seafood delight with these Easy Shrimp Fajitas. This flavorful dinner option combines succulent shrimp, colorful vegetables, and a variety of herbs and spices.

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Marinating Time1

Total Time1 30

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican/Spanish

Keyword: shrimp fajitas

Servings:

Calories: 134kcal

Author: Kelsey Crist

Ingredients

1 pound jumbo shrimp thaw completely if using frozen
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning divided, see note below for instructions to make your own
1/2 cup chicken broth
8 ounces diced green chiles
2 cloves garlic minced
juice of half a lime
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper
1 red onion
flour tortillas
toppings

Instructions

Add shrimp, 1 Tablespoon of fajita seasoning, chicken broth, green chiles, garlic, and lime juice to a ziplock bag or airtight container. Toss to combine. Let marinate for at least 1 hour.
While shrimp is marinating, thinly slice peppers and onions.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain marinade off the shrimp and place the shrimp in the skillet. Cook until just pink.
Add peppers and onions and remaining 1 tablespoon of seasoning (or to taste) and cook until the veggies soften. Stirring often.
Serve on flour tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Nutrition facts do not include tortillas or toppings.
To make sheet pan shrimp fajitas, place marinated shrimp and sliced veggies on a baking sheet and bake at 450 for 8 minutes. Then broil for an additional 2 minutes.
Not a shrimp fan? Replace the shrimp with a pound of thinly sliced chicken or steak.
Homemade Fajita Seasoning:
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

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