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Shrimp Fajitas

Quick and flavorful shrimp fajitas with bell peppers and onions, ready in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
25g
Shrimp Fajitas
quickweeknightMexicandairy-freeshrimpjuicytendercasual

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 2 medium bell peppers
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 small flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat dry 1 lb shrimp and toss with 1 tbsp fajita seasoning. Slice 2 bell peppers and 1 onion into strips.

  2. 2

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.

  3. 3

    Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Add peppers and onion, cook until crisp-tender and lightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Return shrimp to skillet, sprinkle with remaining 1 tbsp fajita seasoning, and toss to coat. Cook for 1 minute until heated through.

  5. 5

    Warm 6 small tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Serve shrimp and veggies in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Spatula

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