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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Blackened Shrimp Fajitas

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring crispy blackened shrimp with sweet peppers and onions, perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 medium bell peppers, sliced (red and yellow mix recommended)
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced (yellow or white)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 6–8 small flour or corn tortillas (gluten-free tortillas optional)
  • Optional toppings: fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne, black pepper, and salt to make the blackening seasoning.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon olive oil and about two-thirds of the blackening seasoning until evenly coated.
  4. Slice bell peppers and onion thinly. Toss them in the same bowl with remaining seasoning and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  5. Spread shrimp and veggies in a single layer on a rimmed sheet pan, avoiding overcrowding.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping shrimp and stirring veggies halfway through (around 6 minutes). Shrimp should be opaque with charred edges; peppers tender but vibrant.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately squeeze fresh lime juice over shrimp and veggies; toss gently to combine.
  8. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Serve shrimp and veggies in warm tortillas with optional toppings like cilantro, avocado, sour cream, or cheese.

Notes

Preheat oven fully to ensure shrimp crisps instead of steaming. Toss shrimp and veggies in a bowl for even seasoning. Flip shrimp halfway through cooking for even char. Slice peppers and onions thinly for uniform roasting. For extra char, broil for last 1-2 minutes watching closely. Fresh lime juice brightens flavors at the end. Warm tortillas while shrimp cooks to save time. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2 days; reheat in oven to maintain crispness.

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