Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are the perfect answer for a healthy dinner that tastes amazing and comes together in no time. Full of bold flavors and colors, this easy meal comes together in just about 30 minutes. All you need is a warm tortilla and a dollop of the amazing Jalapeño Lime Ranch!
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These Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas are anything but boring. They're loaded with wonderful flavor, beyond simple to make, and they're a quick and healthy answer to what's for dinner for any night of the week.
If you're a big fan of meal prepping, these shrimp fajitas would be the perfect addition to your bowls or salads. The roasted veggies are full of vitamins and minerals while the shrimp are a great source of protein that also cook in a matter of minutes. Simply divide this recipe into meal prep containers and you're set!
The colors, the textures, and the flavors are amazing. The ranch dressing is so good you'll want to drink it. And, let's not forget the easy cleanup! Make this awesome sheet pan dinner once and it'll be on the rotation from now on! It will be a family favorite from now on!
What You'll Need
Shrimp - Ya know. For the Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas. If purchasing from frozen, I highly recommend going with a EZ peel with the tail on. The shell on shrimp are better protected from freezer burn and its a much better quality product. This is what I prefer doing.
Frozen vs. Fresh Shrimp: A Quick Word
Unless you live near the ocean, the “fresh shrimp” on display at your seafood counter have already been frozen. Frozen shrimp, in general, is better quality because it they are flash-frozen as soon as they are caught. In other words, frozen shrimp will taste better and cook better.
Taco Seasoning, Lime, Tajin - The seasoning basics.
Red Onion, Red and Orange Bell Peppers - The usual suspects in the fajitas arts.
The Glorious Jalapeño Lime Ranch - You have to try this. It's incredible and the perfect sauce for the Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos. You'll need some sour cream or Mexican crema, mayonnaise, green onion, cilantro, jalapeño, granulated garlic, andn dried oregano.
Tajin - A Seasoning Powerhouse
Let's talk about tajin for just a moment. If you don't know, Tajin is a absolute wonderful addition to your spice collection. It's a tangy, chili lime seasoning that goes well with everything from shrimp to vegetables to the rims of cocktail/mocktail glasses.
The tangy spice situation that it gives so many things is just incredible. It's my secret weapon to my Buttermilk Ranch Dressing, too! Grab some next time you think about it. You'll use it all the time and they make these Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas sing!
A Brief Rundown of the How-To
This is truly one of those simple, simple recipes. There's not much to it at all. Below, I'll give you a brief overview of the festivities. The full Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas recipe will live in the recipe card below.
- Make the Jalapeño Lime Ranch.
- Season the shrimp.
- Prep, season, and start cooking the veggies.
- Add the shrimp.
- Assemble the shrimp fajitas and nom!
You'll be tempted to eat everything straight off the sheet pan, drenched in the Jalapeño Lime Ranch. I would never judge because I do the same and this is a safe space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe gluten-free?
These Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas recipe is gluten-free. Just make sure to be aware of the type of tortilla you choose for serving.
What are other serving options for these Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas?
The serving options are endless for this Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas. If you're not feeling tortillas, you can easily turn this recipe into fantastic nachos. Grab a pile of your favorite tortilla chips and build away.
This shrimp fajita recipe would be an awesome addition to a bowl or salad. For a bowl, you could use a base of rice (or cauliflower rice) and build up from there. For a salad, simply pile on the shrimp and veggies on top of a bed of lettuce, add some sliced avocado, and drizzle with copious amounts of that ranch dressing.
These Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas is so good though, you'll be tempted to eat everything straight off of the sheet pan. That's how I do it!
What is Mexican crema?
Mexican crema is basically a Mexican form of sour cream and it is amazing. It's rich and creamy and slightly thinner than the sour cream you may have in your fridge.
If you don't have any or cannot find it, just substitute regular sour cream. However, I highly encourage you to try it. It's one of my all-time favorite ingredients. Ever.
Flour or corn? That is the question.
Whatever your prefer is the answer. I tend to go with corn when doing shrimp/seafood, taco/fajita/things. However, I have a phenomenal recipe for flour tortillas that will make you quit buying ones from the store.
If you're looking for some good salsas to serve with the Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas, try my Salsa Verde or my Pico De Gallo! All you need is a chip and little time with both!
For a super simple side, try my Instant Pot Pinto Beans. They'd be the perfect accompaniment for these Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas!
Tips, Tricks, and Variations
- If you don't like shrimp, you can use any fish that you like. Salmon, halibut, and even cod would be fantastic. Depending on what type of fish, you may need to add or subtract cook time.
- Add any veggies you like or have on hand. I love to through mushrooms and zucchini into the mix. Broccoli is also a family favorite.
- Use a good quality sheet pan. Invest in one that will last you years and you won't run the risk of burning your food.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Leftover for these Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas, in my opinion, don't last that long. I think 1-2 days max in the fridge is all I would be comfortable with. There is something about leftover shrimp that just isn't my fav.
If you reheat the shrimp, avoid the microwave. They can get very rubbery. For best results with leftovers, reheat in the oven at 325°F, covered in aluminum foil until warmed just through.
I don't recommend freezing any leftovers. It's just not gonna be a good situation upon thawing.
Recipe
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas Recipe
Ingredients
Jalapeño Lime Ranch
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 green onions, rough chopped just to make it easier on the food processor
- 1 jalapeño, rough chopped add per your heat tolerance
- ¼ cup cilantro, rough chopped
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- juice of 1 lime
- kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
Shrimp and Veggies
- 1½ lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning 1 tablespoon for the shrimp, 1 tablespoon for the veggies
- juice of 1 lime
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 teaspoon Tajin
- tortillas, for serving
Instructions
- Add the ranch ingredients to a food processor. Pulse everything together until smooth. Taste for salt and pepper, add any if you like. Let this hang out in the fridge until you're ready to serve this over the shrimp fajitas.
- Toss the shrimp, taco seasoning, and lime juice together and set aside.
- Add the onions and peppers to the sheet pan. Add the avocado oil and taco seasoning and toss until the vegetables are coated. Let them roast in a preheated 425° oven for about 10 minutes.
- Carefully remove the sheet pan from the oven and add the shrimp to the pan, spreading them out into an even layer. Sprinkle the top of the shrimp and veggie evenly with the tajin. Return the shrimp and veggies to the oven and let them roast for an additional 8-10 minutes or until the shrimp are just done.
- Grab a warm tortilla of choice, pile it high with the roasted veggies and shrimp. Grab that ranch dressing and drizzle until your heart's content. Finish with a fresh squeeze of lime. Eat that. And, repeat.
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-Rufus
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