Description
These Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are a quick, flavorful, and customizable meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions are seasoned with a homemade fajita spice blend, then roasted on a single sheet pan. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or meal prepping, this one-pan dish is packed with savory, smoky, and zesty flavors!
Ingredients
For the Fajitas:
2 lbs chicken breasts, sliced into ¼-inch strips
3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), sliced
2 large onions, sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 limes, juiced
16–18 small flour or corn tortillas
For the Fajita Seasoning:
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings:
Fresh cilantro
Sour cream
Guacamole
Pico de gallo
Shredded cheese
Lime wedges
Instructions
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Prep (15 minutes): Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil. Slice chicken, bell peppers, and onions. Mix fajita seasoning ingredients in a small bowl.
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Season and Arrange (5 minutes): Drizzle chicken, bell peppers, and onions with olive oil and lime juice. Sprinkle with seasoning and toss to coat evenly. Arrange in a single layer on the sheet pan.
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Cook (20-25 minutes): Roast at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F. Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra char.
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Serve: Warm tortillas and assemble fajitas with the chicken and veggie mix, topping with cilantro, sour cream, guacamole, and shredded cheese.
Notes
Add jalapeños or chili flakes for a spicy version.
Use corn or flour tortillas based on preference, or go low-carb with lettuce wraps.
For extra veggies, try adding zucchini, mushrooms, or squash.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Tex-Mex
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
