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Yesica Andrews

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe Easy and Delicious

These easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas bring the smoky, sweet taste of classic fajitas right to your oven with minimal effort. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal, this recipe combines tender chicken, fresh peppers, and onions all roasted together with a homemade fajita seasoning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 483
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 Tbsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 small yellow onions or one large
  • 3 bell peppers, any color
  • 1 lb. chicken breast
  • 2 Tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 lime
  • 8 6-inch tortillas
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1/4 bunch cilantro (optional)

Method
 

  1. Heat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Combine the chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, sugar, and salt in a small bowl and stir well.
  3. Slice the onions and bell peppers into thin, 1/4-inch strips, and cut the chicken breasts into thin strips as well.
  4. Place the chicken and sliced vegetables on a large baking sheet or dish.
  5. Pour the cooking oil evenly over everything and sprinkle the prepared seasoning mix on top; toss thoroughly using your hands to coat each piece.
  6. Spread the chicken and veggies in an even layer on the pan.
  7. Roast in the oven for about 35 to 40 minutes, stirring once around halfway through baking.
  8. When out of the oven, squeeze juice from half the lime over the chicken and vegetables.
  9. To serve, spoon some of the cooked mixture onto a tortilla, then add cilantro sprigs and a dollop of sour cream if you like, finishing with an extra squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute the homemade fajita seasoning with your preferred store-bought blend if you want to save time.