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Skillet of shrimp with colorful peppers and onions

Skillet Shrimp Fajitas


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  • Author: Myla
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Quick, flavorful Skillet Shrimp Fajitas with juicy shrimp, colorful bell peppers, and onions, ready in under 20 minutes.


Ingredients

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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 small onion, sliced

Optional: lime wedges, fresh cilantro, tortillas for serving


Instructions

1. In a large bowl, toss shrimp with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Add sliced bell peppers and onion, sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.

4. Push vegetables to the side and add shrimp to the skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

5. Toss shrimp and vegetables together, cook for 1 more minute to combine flavors.

6. Serve immediately with lime wedges, fresh cilantro, and warm tortillas if desired.

Notes

Swap vegetables as desired: zucchini, mushrooms, or asparagus work well.

Add cayenne or hot sauce for extra heat.

Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for a variation.

Cook shrimp just until opaque to avoid overcooking.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 195 mg