Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (Print Version)

Juicy chicken strips and vibrant peppers roasted together with spices for an easy, flavorful dinner.

# Components:

→ Protein & Marinade

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 0.5-inch strips
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
09 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
10 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Vegetables

11 - 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
13 - 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - 1 large red onion, thinly sliced

→ To Serve

15 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
16 - 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
17 - 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
18 - 0.5 cup sour cream (optional)
19 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - Combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice in a large bowl and whisk until blended.
03 - Add chicken strips to the marinade and toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
04 - Spread marinated chicken, sliced bell peppers, and onion evenly across the prepared sheet pan, tossing vegetables to ensure they are coated with any remaining marinade.
05 - Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender with slight caramelization.
06 - Serve the mixture hot with warmed tortillas and garnish with cilantro, avocado slices, sour cream, and lime wedges as preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one pan, so cleanup is just a quick rinse and youre done.
  • The chicken stays juicy while the peppers get sweet and caramelized, creating layers of flavor in every bite.
  • You can have a restaurant-quality fajita spread on the table in under 40 minutes, even on your busiest nights.
02 -
  • Dont overcrowd the pan or the vegetables will steam instead of caramelize, and you will lose that delicious roasted flavor.
  • Stir the mixture halfway through cooking so everything cooks evenly and nothing burns on the edges.
  • Let the chicken rest for a minute after pulling it from the oven so the juices redistribute and every bite stays moist.
03 -
  • Slice the chicken and vegetables to a similar thickness so everything finishes cooking at the same time.
  • Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for a brighter, more vibrant flavor that really makes the marinade sing.
  • Warm your tortillas directly over a gas flame or in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side to get those beautiful charred spots and extra flavor.
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