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Grilled Shrimp Fajita Foil Packets are so easy and delicious. Perfectly cooked in foil - juicy shrimp, tender bell peppers and onions can be wrapped into a warm tortilla for a super fast dinner, that's packed with incredible flavor!

Grilled Shrimp Fajita Foil Packets

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Perfectly cooked in foil - juicy shrimp, tender bell peppers and onions can be wrapped into a warm tortilla for a super fast dinner that's packed with incredible flavor!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 517
Author Kim

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow or orange bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • Juice of 2 limes + more for serving
  • Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, avocado or guacamole, cheese, salsa (optional, for serving)
  • 12 Tortillas, for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat a gas or charcoal grill over high heat.
  • Cut four sheets of foil, about 12-inches long. 
  • Combine shrimp, bell peppers and onion in a large bowl and toss with oil, taco seasoning and lime juice.
  • Divide shrimp, bell peppers and onion into 4 equal portions and add to the center of each foil in a single layer.
  • Fold the sides of the foil over the shrimp and veggies, covering completely and sealing the packets closed.
  • Place foil packets on the grill and cook about 12 minutes.*
  • Serve immediately with tortillas or in lettuce leaves and optional garnishes, if desired.

Notes

*Foil packets can also be baked for 12-15 minutes at 400 degrees F.
**This recipe makes 12 normal-sized tacos.

Nutrition

Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 274mg | Sodium: 970mg | Potassium: 779mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2091IU | Vitamin C: 103mg | Calcium: 254mg | Iron: 5mg