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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: None

Description

Enjoy vibrant flavors and colorful ingredients with this easy recipe for Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into 1/2-inch strips)
  • 3 bell peppers (green, yellow, and red, sliced into strips)
  • 1 yellow onion (thinly sliced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 8-10 small flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Lightly grease your sheet pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. Cut chicken and vegetables into strips.
  4. Lay the vegetables evenly on the pan and place the chicken on top.
  5. Combine the seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and stir well.
  6. Sprinkle most of the seasoning over the chicken, reserving some for the vegetables.
  7. Spoon the minced garlic on the chicken and drizzle the oil over the pan.
  8. Toss everything well to coat with seasoning and oil.
  9. Spread everything in a single layer on the pan.
  10. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  11. Wrap tortillas in foil and warm in the oven for the last 5 minutes.
  12. Remove from oven and squeeze fresh lime juice over the dish.
  13. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken ahead of time. Use leftover chicken for a quicker meal.