Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Easy
A vibrant one-pan meal with tender chicken and colorful bell peppers, roasted to perfection. Ready in 40 minutes with minimal cleanup, this dish combines smoky spices and caramelized veggies for a satisfying weeknight staple.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican/American
- Diet: Protein-Rich
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 bell peppers (green, yellow, and red)
1 yellow onion
2 cloves garlic
3 Tablespoons olive oil
2 Tablespoons fajita seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Place a large sheet pan in the oven to preheat
Slice chicken into 1/2-inch strips against the grain
Cored and slice bell peppers and onion
In a bowl, combine chicken, peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, fajita seasoning, and cayenne (if using)
Remove hot sheet pan from oven
Pour mixture onto the pan, spreading into an even layer
Roast for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are caramelized
Notes
Chicken thighs provide extra tenderness
Use any combination of bell pepper colors
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Substitute 1 teaspoon garlic powder for fresh garlic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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