This Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita recipe is a healthy and easy meal with juicy chicken, onion, and bell peppers. This Mexican one-pan meal is a family favorite and a great recipe for busy weeknights done on a single sheet pan. Top with your favorite fajita toppings.
1.5lbschicken breasts or tenderloins, cut into strips
3orange, red, or yellow bell peppers, cut into strips
1red onion, cut into strips
2tablespoonsolive oil
2tablespoonsfresh lime juice
2teaspoonschili powder
1teaspoonground cumin
1teaspoon dried oregano
1teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoonsalt and pepper to taste
2cloves garlic, minced
chopped cilantro for garnish
corn or flour tortillas for serving
toppings: sour cream, pico de gallo, lime wedges, and guacamole
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a very large rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper, or spray with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, add the chicken, bell peppers, and onion. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, seasonings, and garlic. Pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Note: You can also just mix everything on the pan to make it truly a one-pan meal.
Layer mixture in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is done and has reached 165 degrees F. Remove from oven and garnish with cilantro. Add more salt and lime juice to taste. Serve with your favorite toppings: sour cream, pico de gallo and guacamole in warm tortillas.
Notes
WARMING TORTILLAS: You can wrap the tortillas in foil and throw it on the baking sheet for the last 5 minutes of cooking to easily warm them.