No Cleanup Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

My Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas recipe is the perfect simple and healthy meal the whole family will love.  This easy Mexican dinner oven bakes juicy shrimp, savory bell peppers, and onion with the perfect Mexican Spice Mix.  Serve with your favorite fajitas toppings for a no clean up meal that rivals your favorite Mexican restaurant.

Looking for a vegetarian version?  Also try my Vegetarian Sheet Pan Fajitas.

Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are literally one of the easiest dinners you can make.  This simple recipe has no cleanup and tastes amazing, especially considering it comes together with a handful of ingredients in just 20 minutes and is made on a foil-lined baking sheet.  It's perfect when you need a fast dinner on weeknights.  The stars of this Mexican meal at home are tender shrimp and the perfect savory blend of bell peppers and onion... just like that sizzling pan you get at your favorite Mexican restaurant.  The key is my special homemade Mexican Spice Mix, which has all those tasty and familiar flavors.

The best part about my fajitas is that, unlike your favorite Mexican restaurant, my version isn't laced with a bunch of oil and fat.  It's much healthier!

You can also control the type of toppings and tortillas you use making this recipe customizable to almost any diet including pescatarian, gluten-free, keto, low carb, and even low calorie.  If you are gluten-free just pick gluten-free tortillas and you are good to go!  Dairy free? Leave off the cheese and sour cream!  This is a great recipe if you have family members on a different diet because everyone can assemble their fajitas in their own preferred way.

Why you'll love this easy Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajita recipe...

1. My Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are made with just a few ingredients that are easy to find.
2. The recipe only takes 20 minutes to make!  It's pretty easy to find a 30-minute meal, but I'll take a 20-minute meal instead any day of the week.
3. If you line your sheet pan with foil, you have a no-clean-up meal.
4. It's healthy with very little oil.  Have you ever noticed how much oil they put on the vegetables when you order fajitas out?  My recipe is only 150 calories per serving!
5. You can use this recipe to make traditional fajitas or use the mixture to make a fajitas bowl or fajitas burrito.  The possibilities with this recipe are endless.
6. JUICY SHRIMP!

Ingredients:

This is an overview of my Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas, keep scrolling for the full printable recipe with amounts and exact details.

• Shrimp: Use medium to large shrimp.  You'll want them to be peeled and deveined.  I used shrimp with the tail on the photos, but removing the tail before cooking makes them easier to eat.  Frozen shrimp is a great option if you don't have access to fresh seafood.  Just thaw them overnight in the fridge before cooking.
• Bell Peppers: I like to use a colorful variety of bell peppers like red, green, and yellow bell pepper for maximum color in the dish and nutrients.  You can use whatever type you have though.  To prep, the peppers, wash them and slice them into thin slices.
• Onion: I like to use a sweet or Vidalia onion, but you can use whatever type you have including red onion.  To prep, the onion, remove the skin and thinly slice it.
• Olive Oil:  I use just a touch of olive oil to keep the vegetables from sticking.
• Mexican Seasoning:  I like to use my own homemade Mexican Spice Mix but you can also use any type of packaged taco or Mexican seasoning blend.
• Salt and Pepper
• Cooking Spray
• Garnish: Lime Wedges, Lime Zest & Fresh Cilantro Leaves

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and line a sheet pan with foil.  Spray the pan with cooking spray.
2. Toss the bell peppers and onions in half of the Mexican Spice Mix and half of the olive oil.  Generously add salt and pepper.
3. Spread the peppers and onions in a single layer on the sheet pan.  Bake for 10 minutes, until the vegetables are starting to soften.
4. While that is cooking add the shrimp to your bowl and toss with the rest of the spices and olive oil.
5. Remove the vegetables from the oven. Carefully put the shrimp in a second layer on the pan.  Put the sheet pan shrimp fajitas back in the oven for 5-8 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and start to curl.  Watch them carefully because they will cook fast.
6. Serve hot with all of your favorite fajitas toppings.

How to Know When Shrimp is Done Cooking:

Shrimp can overcook very quickly, so it's important to keep an eye on them while they are in the oven.  Shrimp cooking in a hot oven will only take a few minutes to cook.  I'd start checking them at 4-5 minutes but they may take up to 7 or 8 depending on your oven and the exact size of the shrimp.  They are done when they turn opaque and just start to curl.

How to Serve Shrimp Fajitas

• As traditional fajitas with tortillas (corn tortillas or flour tortillas) and toppings like sour cream and cheese.
• Alone as a low-carb meal.
• As a Shrimp Fajitas salad with greens, tomato, and black beans.  Serve with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette, Avocado Lime Dressing, or Chipotle Lime Ranch.
• In a Shrimp Fajitas Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice.
• In a Shrimp Fajitas Burrito wrapped in a tortilla with rice, beans, and cheese.

Variations:

• Add More Veggies: I kept the vegetables in this pretty basic, but you could add so many other ones.  Some great options are zucchini, corn, squash, or mushrooms.  You'll just want to make sure whatever you pick will cook in about the same amount of time as the peppers.
• Use Taco Seasoning:  I use my homemade Mexican Spice Mix but if you are in a hurry, pick up a packet of your favorite low sodium Taco Seasoning Mix.
• Make Them Spicy: These Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are pretty mild, to make them spicier add Chipotle Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, or sliced jalapenos.

FAQ:

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! You can make the Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas ahead of time for meal prep.  However, they do taste best right out of the oven.  You can also reheat them in the microwave, but for the best texture and taste, you can reheat them in the oven.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Can I make these in a skillet?

Yes!  Use a large non-stick skillet.  Cook the peppers and onions over medium-high heat until cooked.  Remove the peppers from the pan.  Add the shrimp and cook for 3-5 minutes until done.  Toss everything together and serve.

Shrimp Fajitas Toppings:

If you are serving these Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas like traditional fajitas, here are some of my favorite ideas for toppings.

• Tortillas
• Lime
• Cilantro
• Sour Cream or Plain Greek Yogurt
• Shredded Cheese
• Lettuce
• Guacamole
• Avocado
• Salsa
• Black Bean Salsa
• Mango Salsa
• Pineapple Salsa

Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are the Perfect Family Meal!

Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are the perfect family meal.  There are SO many reasons to love this dinner including that it's fast, healthy, and simple and everyone can tweak it to their own taste and diet.

Serve my easy Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas recipe with your favorite fajitas toppings like cheese, Greek yogurt, lime, or cilantro.  I like to pile mine up on a whole wheat tortilla.  If you aren't eating carbs this would also be delicious over a bowl of cauliflower rice mixed with lime and cilantro.  Any way you serve it this Fajitas recipe is a family favorite!

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Make it a Meal:

Here are a few side dishes to serve with these shrimp fajitas.

• Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
• Black Beans and Rice
• Healthy Greek Yogurt Cilantro Lime Coleslaw
• Southwest Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges
• Mexican Quinoa
• Avocado Cucumber and Pineapple Salad
• Guacamole

More Healthy Mexican Recipes to Try:

• Sheet Pan Vegetarian Fajitas <--- with portobello mushrooms!
• Chipotle Lime Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos
• Crock Pot Mexican Black Bean Enchilada Stack
• 3 Bean and Spinach Enchiladas
• Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers
• Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas
• Avocado & Black Bean Quesadilla
• Crock Pot Lentil & Quinoa Tacos

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Easy Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas recipe

Julie Wunder

My Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas recipe is the perfect simple and healthy meal the whole family will love.  This easy Mexican dinner oven bakes juicy shrimp, savory bell peppers, and onion with the perfect Mexican Spice Mix.  Serve with your favorite fajitas toppings for a no clean up meal that rivals your favorite Mexican restaurant.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 4

Calories 149 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 3 bell peppers (red, green & yellow), sliced
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 1 pound shrimp
• 1 tablespoon Mexican Spice Mix
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• salt and pepper, to taste
• Garnish: Lime & Cilantro
• Fajitas Toppings: Tortillas, cheese, sour cream, plain greek yogurt, salsa.

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 450 degrees and line a sheet pan with foil.  Spray with cooking spray.
• Toss the bell peppers and onions in half the spices and half of the olive oil.  Generously sprinkle both with salt and pepper.
• Spread the peppers and onions in one layer on the pan.  Bake for 10 minutes.
• While the peppers are cooking, toss the shrimp in the other half of the spices and olive oil.  Generously salt and pepper.
• Remove the vegetables from the oven and carefully put the shrimp in a second layer on top of the veggies.  Put the sheet pan back in the oven 4-8 minutes or until the shrimp curl and turn opaque.
• Use the filling with your favorite fajitas goodies. For best taste, serve hot right out of the oven.

Notes

How to Serve:

• As traditional fajitas with tortillas (corn tortillas or flour tortillas) and toppings like sour cream and cheese.
• Alone as a low carb meal.
• As a Shrimp Fajitas salad with greens, tomato and black beans.  Serve with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette, Avocado Lime Dressing  or Chipotle Lime Ranch.
• In a Shrimp Fajitas Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice.
• In a Shrimp Fajitas Burrito wrapped in a tortilla with rice, beans, and cheese.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 149kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 183mgSodium: 190mgPotassium: 528mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2854IUVitamin C: 117mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 1mg

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