Dinner

Shrimp Fajita Bowls With Chipotle Sauce Recipe

ByMatteo Rossi October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

Introduction

Shrimp Fajita Bowls with Chipotle Sauce offer a vibrant and flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare on a weeknight. Packed with tender shrimp, roasted peppers, and a creamy, smoky chipotle sauce, this dish is a satisfying twist on classic fajitas served over rice.

A white bowl filled with a base layer of white rice, topped with grilled shrimp that are orange-brown with char marks. On top of the shrimp are grilled green and red bell pepper strips, adding a mix of bright green and red colors with a slightly smoky texture. A pinkish creamy sauce is drizzled evenly over the shrimp and vegetables, garnished with fresh green cilantro leaves scattered across the entire dish. One side shows a scoop of chunky green guacamole, and nearby are small yellow corn kernels mixed with cilantro. A wedge of lime with a pale green color rests near the edge of the bowl. The bowl sits on a wooden board that has some white cheese crumbles and sliced green jalapeños scattered on the white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
1 fajita seasoning packet (1.27 oz)
½ medium yellow or white onion (thinly sliced)
1 green bell pepper (thinly sliced)
1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
½ fresh lime
2 cups cooked rice
¼ cup guacamole
¼ cup canned corn (drained and rinsed)
2 tbsp cotija cheese
Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup mayonnaise
3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced)
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp salt
½ fresh lime (for sauce)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Step 2: On a sheet pan, toss the sliced onion and bell peppers with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and half of the fajita seasoning. Bake for 10 minutes, until the veggies start to soften.
Step 3: Push the veggies to one side of the pan, then add the shrimp. Toss them with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the rest of the fajita seasoning. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. For extra char, switch the oven to broil and give them 30–60 seconds at the end. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice over everything.
Step 4: While the shrimp and veggies cook, make the chipotle sauce by whisking together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced chipotle peppers, paprika, salt, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Assemble the bowls by dividing the cooked rice between two bowls. Top with shrimp, fajita veggies, guacamole, corn, cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle generously with the chipotle sauce.
Step 6: Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful shrimp fajita bowls!

Tips & Variations

For a spicier sauce, add an extra chipotle pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu to adapt the recipe for different dietary preferences.
Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier alternative.
Fresh lime juice added at the end brightens the flavors—don’t skip it!

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep the chipotle sauce separate to maintain its texture. Reheat the shrimp and veggies gently in a skillet or microwave before serving. Add fresh toppings like guacamole and cilantro after reheating.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with a base layer of white rice topped with three main sections: cooked orange shrimp on the right, bright yellow corn on the left, and green guacamole at the top center. There are some grilled red and green peppers mixed with the shrimp, all drizzled with a light pink sauce and sprinkled with chopped fresh green cilantro and small white cheese crumbles. In the background, there is another white bowl with similar contents and a small white ramekin with red sauce, all placed on a white marbled surface with scattered cilantro leaves and pieces of white cheese around the bowls. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes, frozen shrimp works well. Just be sure to thaw them completely and pat dry before seasoning and baking to ensure they cook evenly and don’t release too much moisture.

How do I make this dish gluten-free?

This recipe is naturally gluten-free as long as the fajita seasoning and any pre-made condiments are certified gluten-free. Always check ingredient labels to be sure.