Description
This Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas recipe is the ultimate one-pan dinner idea packed with Tex-Mex flavor. Juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions are roasted to perfection, making this an easy weeknight meal. Serve it in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings for a healthy and satisfying dish. Great for meal prep or casual family dinners.
Ingredients
1 pound chicken breasts or thighs
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1 red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lime, juiced
8 small flour tortillas
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Slice the chicken, bell peppers, and red onion into even strips.
3. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Toss the chicken in the marinade, then add the vegetables and mix until everything is coated.
5. Spread the chicken and vegetables evenly on a large baking sheet.
6. Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
7. Once cooked and slightly charred, remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
8. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and desired toppings.
Notes
This recipe works with both chicken breasts and thighs depending on preference.
Slice ingredients evenly to ensure everything cooks at the same rate.
Add extra toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sheet Pan / Roasting
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of total recipe
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg