Description
This easy sheet pan chicken fajitas recipe delivers classic Tex-Mex flavor with just 15 minutes of prep and one pan. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or entertaining, these sizzling fajitas are ready in under 40 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- For the Fajitas:
- 2 lbs chicken breasts, sliced into ¼-inch strips
- 3 bell peppers (mix of 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 cumin
- 1 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
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
2. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
3. Slice chicken into ¼-inch strips.
4. Cut peppers and onions into even strips.
5. Mix all fajita seasoning ingredients together in a small bowl.
6. Place the chicken and vegetables on the prepared sheet pan.
7. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice.
8. Sprinkle with the seasoning mixture.
9. Toss everything to coat evenly.
10. Spread into a single layer, ensuring nothing overlaps.
11. Bake at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking.
12. Cook until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
13. Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra char.
14. Warm the tortillas before serving.
15. Assemble fajitas with your choice of toppings.
16. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and serve immediately.
Notes
For easy cleanup, line the sheet pan with foil or parchment.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
Perfect for meal prep or crowd-pleasing dinners.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 fajitas
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg