Sheet pan jalapeño pineapple shrimp tacos are sweet, spicy, and incredibly easy to make. This vibrant recipe combines juicy shrimp, fresh pineapple, and bold flavors for a quick and healthy meal.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
2 jalapeños, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
8 small tortillas
Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
Optional: 1 avocado, sliced
Optional: fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place shrimp, pineapple chunks, and sliced jalapeños on a large sheet pan.
Add garlic, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Toss everything together until evenly coated.
Spread the mixture in a single layer on the sheet pan.
Roast for 8–10 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Warm the tortillas in a pan or microwave.
Assemble tacos by adding shrimp mixture to tortillas and topping as desired.
Serve immediately with extra lime if desired.
Notes
Do not overcook shrimp to avoid a rubbery texture.
Drain and pat shrimp dry before cooking for best results.
Cut pineapple into even pieces for consistent roasting.
Adjust jalapeño quantity to control spice level.
Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting.