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Easy Skillet Shrimp Fajitas with Homemade Seasoning

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Make restaurant-quality, sizzling shrimp fajitas right on your stovetop. This easy skillet recipe delivers big flavor in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect, low-fuss weeknight dinner solution.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • For serving: lime wedges, cilantro, salsa

Instructions

  1. Combine the salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl to make the homemade fajita seasoning.
  2. Toss the cleaned shrimp with half of the seasoning mix. Set aside.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften and char slightly.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining half of the seasoning mix over the vegetables and toss to coat. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet.
  6. Add the seasoned shrimp to the empty side of the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp turns pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
  7. Toss the shrimp and vegetables together. Warm the tortillas according to package directions just before serving.
  8. Serve the sizzling shrimp and vegetable mixture immediately in warm tortillas with lime wedges and your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • For gluten free shrimp fajitas, use corn tortillas or serve the filling over rice for a low carb option.
  • To achieve the best ‘sizzling’ effect, make sure your skillet is hot before adding the shrimp.
  • This recipe is naturally high in protein and works well as a healthy shrimp recipe.

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