Description
This Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas recipe offers a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with fajita spices and roasted alongside colorful bell peppers and onions on a single sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze. Served with warm tortillas and a squeeze of fresh lime, this vibrant dish brings the bold flavors of Tex-Mex cooking right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Vegetables
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), sliced into strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
Seasoning & Extras
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
To Serve
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for roasting the fajitas evenly.
- Prepare the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced chicken breasts with the sliced red, yellow, and green bell peppers, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Season the mixture: Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and vegetables, then sprinkle the fajita seasoning on top. Toss everything together until the chicken and vegetables are well coated with the oil and spices.
- Spread on the baking sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup, then evenly spread the chicken and vegetable mix in a single layer to ensure proper roasting.
- Bake: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and slightly browned, and the vegetables are tender.
- Finish with lime juice: Remove the sheet pan from the oven and squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajita mixture to add brightness and flavor.
- Serve: Warm the tortillas according to your preference, then fill them with the roasted chicken and vegetables. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute fajita seasoning with a homemade mix of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne for a personalized flavor.
- Use gluten-free tortillas if you want a gluten-free version of this dish.
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce when tossing the chicken and vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
- If you prefer extra char, broil the fajitas for 2-3 minutes after baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
