Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (Print Version)

Juicy chicken and vibrant bell peppers roasted together for a flavorful, easy weeknight meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thin strips

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced into strips
03 - 1 large red onion, sliced into thin wedges

→ Marinade & Seasoning

04 - 3 tbsp olive oil
05 - 2 tsp chili powder
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
09 - 0.5 tsp onion powder
10 - 0.5 tsp salt
11 - 0.25 tsp black pepper
12 - 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

→ To Serve

13 - Warm flour or corn tortillas
14 - Lime wedges
15 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - Sour cream, salsa, and/or guacamole (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
03 - Add chicken strips, bell peppers, and red onion to the bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Spread the coated chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 18 to 20 minutes, tossing halfway through cooking, until chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender with charred edges.
06 - Serve immediately with warm tortillas, lime wedges, and desired toppings such as cilantro, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Minimal cleanup, one-pan recipe
  • Colorful, flavorful Mexican-inspired dinner
02 -
  • Meal prep friendly: store cooked filling for up to 3 days
  • Easily customizable: substitute chicken with beef, shrimp, or mushrooms
03 -
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken up to 2 hours in advance
  • Serve with a crisp Mexican lager or classic margarita for a festive touch
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