Shrimp Fajitas with Queso
Delicious shrimp fajitas with creamy queso, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 cups mixed bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 pound shrimp, thawed, deveined, and shelled
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup heavy cream plus more for thinning if needed
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
- 0.5 cup white American cheese
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Once the oil is hot, add the sliced bell peppers, red onion, and mushrooms. Sauté the vegetables for 5-6 minutes until they are tender.
- Add the shrimp and taco seasoning to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the shrimp evenly with the spices. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp and vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat to low. In the same skillet, add the cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until you have a smooth sauce with minimal clumps.
- Gradually add the shredded pepper jack cheese and white American cheese, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously until all the cheese is melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.
- Return the cooked shrimp and vegetables to the skillet, stirring to coat everything in the creamy queso. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the mix. Serve with warm tortillas or over rice for a complete meal.