Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas, where juicy chicken strips are perfectly roasted with colorful bell peppers and onions. This quick and easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Customize your fajitas with your favorite toppings for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
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- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- Tortillas for serving
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice chicken breasts into strips and cut the bell peppers and onion into wedges.
- In a bowl, combine chicken, bell peppers, onion, olive oil, and fajita seasoning; toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F / 75°C) and vegetables are tender.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving in warm tortillas with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Enhance flavor by adding extra veggies like zucchini or corn. For added spice, increase fajita seasoning or incorporate jalapeños. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.