Description
Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are a quick, flavorful, and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Made with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and bold spices, this one-pan recipe is ready in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), sliced into strips
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, salsa, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Ingredients – In a large bowl, toss the sliced chicken, bell peppers, and onion with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
- Spread on the Sheet Pan – Arrange the mixture in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan to ensure even cooking.
- Bake – Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Add Lime Juice – Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with fresh lime juice for extra flavor.
- Serve – Warm the tortillas and serve the fajita mixture with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use shrimp, steak, or tofu instead of chicken.
- Veggie Boost: Add mushrooms, zucchini, or cherry tomatoes.
- Lower Carb Option: Serve with lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.
- Different Spices: Adjust the seasoning to your preference, such as adding smoked paprika or chipotle powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sheet Pan, Baking
- Cuisine: mexican inspired
Keywords: chicken fajitas, sheet pan meal, easy fajitas, healthy dinner, quick chicken recipe