Cajun Shrimp Fajitas

This one-pan recipe for Spicy Cajun Shrimp Fajitas is so easy, and a sure crowd-pleaser! Last updated 10/09/2020

Tender succulent shrimp cooked to perfection, with the flavors of your favorite Mexican restaurant.  This recipe is not only healthy but an easy peasy one-pan dish and ready in about 30 minutes.

Why go out for Mexican food when you can make these succulent cajun shrimp fajitas from home. It's a simple meal that you can have on rotation for those busy weeknight dinners. Served with my Mexican Style Rice or Cilantro Lime Rice.

Tips for making cajun shrimp fajitas

• I like to use large shrimp usually (31-35 shrimp per pound) Although jumbo can be used also. (16-20 per pound)
• You can defrost frozen shrimp quickly by placing them in a cold bowl of tap water for 15 minutes.
• Don't forget a fresh squeeze of lime juice to brighten up your flavors.

These cajun shrimp fajitas are served in warm flour tortillas with your choice of toppings

• Sour Cream
• Guacamole
• Pica De Gallo
• Cheese
• Cilantro

More Shrimp Recipes you will love!

• Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
• Shrimp with Hot Garlic Sauce
• Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli
• Shrimp Ramen Bowls
• Sweet Chili Shrimp Stirfry
• Cajun Shrimp Avocado Tostada

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Yield: 6

Cajun Shrimp Fajitas

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These cajun shrimp fajitas are an easy one-pan dish that comes together in 30-minutes.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb jumbo shrimp
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 3 bell peppers (red, green, orange) thinly sliced
• 1 small onion thinly sliced
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 6-8 fajita sized tortillas

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees
2. Peel, devein, and remove the tails from the shrimp.
3. in a small bowl add the olive oil, lime juice, cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and salt and whisk until combined.
4. In a large bowl add shrimp, peppers, and garlic and toss with the seasoning mixture.
5. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until shrimp is opaque and veggies are tender
6. Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

I like to use large shrimp usually (31-35 shrimp per pound) Although jumbo can be used also. (16-20 per pound)

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 138Total Fat 4.3gSaturated Fat 25gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 47gCholesterol 80mgSodium 987mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 14gSugar 11gProtein 148g

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