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### Quick and Flavorful 20-Minute Skillet Blackened Shrimp Fajitas
If you’re looking for a quick and tasty meal, look no further than these 20-Minute Skillet Blackened Shrimp Fajitas! Bursting with flavor from perfectly seasoned blackened shrimp, vibrant peppers, and onions, this classic dish is best enjoyed wrapped in warm tortillas alongside creamy avocado and fresh cilantro.
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With four kids at home, I’ve always leaned towards easy meal solutions. The beauty of fajitas lies in their simplicity; you can whip up an incredible dinner without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 20 minutes, you can have a satisfying meal ready to serve!
For this recipe, I used my go-to spice blend for fajitas on the shrimp. It not only infuses the shrimp with rich flavors but also gives them that delightful blackened finish as they cook. Plus, since everything is prepared in one skillet, cleanup is a breeze!
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I love serving these fajitas in soft tortillas topped with avocado and chopped cilantro. The robust flavors from the spice mix mean you don’t need much else to create an unforgettable meal that you’ll want to make again and again—especially on those hectic weeknights!
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### Ingredients:
– **Shrimp Marinade:**
– Large bowl
– Shrimp
– Chili powder
– Paprika
- Onion powder
– Cumin
– Garlic powder
– Salt & pepper
– **Fajita Filling:**
- Medium skillet over medium-high heat:
– Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
– Bell peppers (sliced)
– Onion (sliced)
### Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine shrimp with chili powder, paprika, onion powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt & pepper; set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat; add bell peppers and onion. Sauté until tender (about 5-7 minutes), then push to one side of the skillet.
3. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the empty side of the skillet; add seasoned shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes or until they turn pink.
4. Serve immediately in tortillas with your choice of toppings.
### Nutritional Information (per serving):
– Calories: 108 kcal
– Carbohydrates: 10 g
– Protein: 2 g
– Fat: 8 g
– Saturated Fat: 1 g
– Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
– Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g
– Sodium: 620 mg
– Potassium: 300 mg
– Fiber: 3 g
– Sugar: <3g
*Note:* Nutritional values are estimated based on available data.
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#### About Alyssa Rivers
Alyssa Rivers is not only the author of 'The Tried-and-Tested Cookbook' but also an accomplished food photographer and recipe developer passionate about cooking delicious meals that resonate with families everywhere! Her recipes have been featured on platforms like Good Morning America and Buzzfeed.
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