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The Best Shrimp Fajita Bowls (30 Minutes, One-Pan)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
Enjoy a quick and flavorful shrimp fajita bowl made in one pan, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Spices

  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt (add more to taste)

Vegetables and Proteins

  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 680 g raw shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 3 medium bell peppers (tri-colored, thinly sliced)
  • 1 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed + extra)
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil (or cilantro, chopped)
  • 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels
  • 15 oz canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 small lime (freshly squeezed juice)

Garnishes

  • lime slices lime slices
  • sliced avocado sliced avocado
  • salsa salsa

Instructions 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and spices; cook until fragrant.
  • Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add remaining olive oil and sauté bell peppers and onion until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Return shrimp to the pan, add lime juice, corn, black beans, and cooked rice. Stir to combine and heat through.
  • Serve bowls topped with lime slices, sliced avocado, and salsa.

Notes

Adjust salt and spice levels to taste. For extra flavor, add chopped cilantro or basil.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: shrimp