Shrimp Fajitas – Skinny Taste

Shrimp Fajitas flavored with chipotle chili powder, cilantro, and lime are an easy dinner to enjoy in just 30 minutes!

Shrimp Fajitas

My husband loves fajitas! The only thing he ordered while we were on vacation in Mexico was… It was every day! I can't order the same meal every day, but that's another story. He claimed that these shrimp fajitas were better than anything he had ever had at a restaurant. This is a compliment from my fajita loving husband! For more fajita recipes, try Chicken Fajitas, Steak Fajitas, or Breakfast Fajitas.

Why You'll Love This Shrimp Fajita Recipe

Tommy loves fajitas. In fact, the first meal he cooked for me when we were dating was fajitas. So when he gave these two thumbs up I knew they were a winner! I modified the Cilantro Lime Shrimp recipe by adding chipotle chile powder for a little kick and I liked the results.

• healthy: Using low-carb fajitas and lean protein, two shrimp fajitas only have 330 calories.
• Full of Flavor: The combination of fresh garlic, tangy lime, and spicy chipotle powder creates a mouth-watering meal.
• fast: This easy shrimp fajitas recipe comes together quickly and is perfect for busy weeknights.
• variable: Adjust seasoning levels, swap tortillas, and add your favorite toppings.
• Dietary Restrictions: These healthy fajitas are dairy-free, high in protein, and perfect for weight management. You can easily make them gluten-free by using corn tortillas.

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Shrimp Fajita Ingredients

Everything you need for this shrimp fajita recipe is here. See recipe card below for exact measurements.

• Onions and peppers: Season thinly sliced ​​onions and bell peppers (any color) with salt and pepper and cook in olive oil.
• Shrimp Fajita Seasoning: Season the shrimp with chipotle chili powder, salt, and pepper.
• shrimp: You can buy fresh or frozen shrimp. If you haven't already peeled and gutted them, clean them before cooking.
• garlic It infuses the shrimp with a rich, fragrant flavor.
• Lime For a refreshing citrus scent
• master For a refreshing herbal scent
• Tortilla: Any tortilla will work. I usually use low-carb tortillas from La Tortilla Factory or La Banderita.
• topping: Sliced ​​avocado, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded cheddar cheese

How to Make Shrimp Fajitas

Here are the easy steps to make this recipe: See the recipe card below for the full recipe.

1. Cook Onions and Peppers, season with salt and pepper and place on the stove or grill using a cast iron skillet. Cook until the onions are caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes.
2. Seasoning the Shrimp Add salt, pepper, and chipotle chili powder.
3. How long does it take to cook raw shrimp: Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat and sauté the garlic and shrimp for 2 minutes on each side. Remove from heat.
4. Final touches: Add the juice and cilantro to the shrimp and mix with the bell peppers and onions.

transform

• Do you have any chipotle powder? Regular red pepper powder works well.
• Spicy Fajitas: Season shrimp with cayenne or add chopped jalapenos to peppers and onions.
• Not a fan of cilantro? Just move on.
• Does it feed more people? This recipe serves 4, but can be doubled or tripled if making for a party.

What to Serve with Shrimp Fajitas

• Keep it classic Serve shrimp fajitas with rice and beans.
• For a lighter optionMake a simple green salad with red onion and avocado.
• Low Carb: Replace the tortillas with lettuce leaves or add shrimp and vegetables to your salad.

save

• refrigerator: Leftover shrimp can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, along with onions and peppers. Place the remaining toppings in a separate container.
• Reheat: Microwave the shrimp-vegetable mixture and tortillas and assemble the fajitas before serving.

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