Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (Print Version)

Juicy chicken and colorful peppers roasted together for an easy, flavorful weeknight meal with minimal cleanup.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

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

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced into strips
03 - 1 large red onion, thinly sliced into 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 chopped cilantro
16 - Sour cream, salsa, and/or guacamole (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to ensure easy cleanup.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
03 - Add the chicken strips, bell peppers, and red onion to the bowl. Toss steadily until all components are evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
04 - Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture in a single, even layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 18 to 20 minutes, tossing the contents halfway through to promote even cooking, until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and vegetables show tender, lightly charred edges.
06 - Immediately transfer to plates and accompany with warm tortillas, lime wedges, and optional toppings such as cilantro, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Minimal cleanup in one pan for convenience
  • Delivers bold flavors and cooks quickly for busy nights
02 -
  • Marinating the chicken up to 2 hours adds deeper flavor
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free when served with corn tortillas
03 -
  • Swap chicken for beef, shrimp, or mushrooms for variety
  • Store cooked fajita mixture up to 3 days for fast meals
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