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Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos with Pico de Gallo

Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos with Pico de Gallo in 20 Minutes!

These Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos with Pico de Gallo are perfect for busy weeknights, combining quick prep with exciting flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound uncooked large or jumbo shrimp frozen shrimp can be used if debeined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil avocado oil is a flavorful substitute
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder or chopped onion for chunkier texture
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika can be substitute
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas can substitute flour tortillas
For the Pico de Gallo
  • 2 medium Roma or vine-ripened tomatoes ripe is key
  • 1 small onion any onion color works
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 medium jalapeño remove seeds for milder tacos
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed recommended
For the Crema
  • 1/2 cup sour cream plain yogurt offers a healthier alternative
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream can omit for a lighter version

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Medium bowl
  • Small bowl
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Clean, peel, and devein the shrimp. Place them on a lined baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the shrimp and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until coated.
  4. Roast the shrimp for 8-10 minutes until they turn pink and opaque, reaching an internal temperature of 145°F.
  5. Chop tomatoes, onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro. In a bowl, combine with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Let sit while shrimp cooks.
  6. Whisk together sour cream, heavy cream, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl until smooth.
  7. Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet for 15-30 seconds per side. Assemble tacos by layering greens, shrimp, Pico de Gallo, and crema.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep all components separate until ready to eat for maximum flavor and texture.

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