Air Fryer Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

Air Fryer Shrimp Fajitas Recipe

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If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you’d know how obsessed I am with Air Fryer recipes (I just want to Air Fry everything!😁). Ever since I got an Air Fryer, I’ve been using it almost every day and this is the Air Fryer that I currently have and love.

And as so many of you tried my Air Fryer chicken fajitas recipe and left awesome reviews on the site and social media, I decided to share this shrimp version with you all! I love it so much, and I hope that you enjoy it as well. If you give it a try, please leave a review in the comment section below as I would love to hear about your experience.

Why You Will Love These Air Fryer Fajitas

  1. They’re incredibly easy to make! Prep veggies, toss with seasonings, and air fry!
  2. Air Fry for just 9 minutes. I tested this recipe out so many times until I found that sweet spot where the peppers are charred but still crunchy, and the shrimp are perfectly cooked!
  3. It’s a healthy meal made with just 5 ingredients. 

Prep Time  5 mins

Cook Time  9 mins

Total Time  14 mins

Ingredients

1 pound (450g) raw shrimp thawed

3 small mixed bell peppers sliced

1 small yellow onion sliced

1 tablespoon vegetable oil divided

1 tablespoon fajita seasoning divided

For Serving

4 tortillas

picot de gallon

1 avocado sliced

lime crema

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°F) for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, season the vegetables. Toss with half of the oil and half of the fajita seasoning. Add the vegetables to the Air Fryer basket and Air fry for 3 minutes.

See also  Air Fryer Quesadillas Recipe

As the vegetables are being air fried, season the shrimp with the rest of the oil and fajita seasoning.

When the 3 minutes are up, with a spatula move the vegetables to one side of the air fryer basket, and add the shrimp to the other half.

Air fry for 6 minutes at 375°F (190°F) flipping halfway through. Mix everything together and serve.

Assemble the fajitas over tortillas, and top with your favorite toppings (pico de gallo, guacamole or avocado slices, and lime crema).

Tips & Tricks 

Use Fresh or Frozen Shrimp: If using frozen shrimp, thaw them first and pat them dry to avoid excess moisture.

Preheat Your Air Fryer: This ensures even cooking and crispy edges on the veggies.

Don’t Overcrowd the Basket: Spread everything in a single layer for even cooking.

Toss Halfway Through Cooking: Stir the shrimp and veggies halfway for even caramelization.

Use Corn or Flour Tortillas: Warm them up in the air fryer for 30 seconds at 350°F (175°C) for extra softness.

Customize the Heat: Add cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños for a spicier kick.

Drizzle with Lime Juice: Adds a fresh and tangy flavor to the fajitas.

 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx. 4 Servings)

 

Calories: 280

Protein: 30g

Carbohydrates: 15g

Fat: 10g

Fiber: 4g

Sugar: 4g

 This meal is low-carb, high-protein, and packed with nutrients from shrimp and veggies!