Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (Printable)

Juicy chicken and peppers roasted together for a flavorful and easy meal.

# Ingredient list:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 assorted color bell peppers, sliced into strips
03 - 1 large red onion, sliced into thin wedges

→ Marinade & Seasoning

04 - 3 tbsp olive oil
05 - 2 tsp chili powder
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
09 - 0.5 tsp onion powder
10 - 0.5 tsp salt
11 - 0.25 tsp black pepper
12 - 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

→ To Serve

13 - Warm flour or corn tortillas
14 - Lime wedges
15 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - Sour cream, salsa, and/or guacamole (optional)

# Cooking steps:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Add chicken strips, bell peppers, and red onion to the bowl; toss until evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
04 - Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
05 - Place in the oven and roast for 18 to 20 minutes, tossing halfway through, until chicken reaches safe internal temperature and vegetables are tender with lightly charred edges.
06 - Transfer to plates and serve hot alongside warm tortillas, lime wedges, and preferred toppings such as cilantro, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Minimal cleanup thanks to sheet-pan cooking
  • Customizable to suit your favorite toppings and protein swaps
02 -
  • Marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free if using corn tortillas
03 -
  • Swap chicken for sliced beef, shrimp, or portobello mushrooms for variation
  • Store leftovers for up to 3 days and reheat for quick meals
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