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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and easy recipe for flavorful sheet pan chicken fajitas with minimal cleanup, perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large red onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, bell peppers, and onion.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss everything together until well coated.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared sheet pan.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  7. Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.
  8. Serve the chicken and vegetables in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Cut all ingredients to a similar size for even cooking.
  • Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 fajitas
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg