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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are an easy, flavorful dinner made with juicy chicken tenders, colorful bell peppers, and red onions tossed in bold spices and roasted to perfection. Everything cooks on one pan for a quick, healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast tenders
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Fresh limes
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Warm tortillas (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, bell peppers, onion, olive oil, salt, pepper, and spices. Toss well to coat.
  3. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray and spread the mixture evenly.
  4. Roast for 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Switch oven to broil and cook an additional 1–2 minutes to lightly char vegetables, watching closely.
  6. During the last 5 minutes (not while broiling), warm tortillas wrapped in foil in the oven.
  7. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajitas, garnish with cilantro, and serve in warm tortillas.

Notes

  • Tortillas are not included in the nutrition facts.
  • Do not walk away while broiling to prevent burning.
  • Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa if desired.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Sheet Pan
  • Cuisine: Mexican