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Colorful chicken fajitas served on a rustic white plate with vibrant red and green bell peppers, caramelized onions, slices of seasoned grilled chicken, garnished with fresh cilantro, set against a wooden table background with a drizzle of lime and a side of warm tortillas.

Quick and Easy Chicken Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and flavorful chicken fajita recipe cooked entirely on a sheet pan, packing bold spices and fresh vegetables for an easy, weeknight-friendly dinner.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Lime wedges and cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, toss chicken slices with 1 tbsp olive oil and spice mixture until well coated.
  4. Spread the seasoned chicken, bell peppers, and onions evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with remaining olive oil.
  5. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges before serving. Serve with tortillas if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to taste by increasing chili powder or adding hot sauce.
  • For extra flavor, marinate chicken with spices and lime juice for 30 minutes prior to cooking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg