Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (30 minutes)
Loaded with zesty seasoning, vibrant bell peppers, and juicy chicken strips, these fajitas are a crowd-pleaser. Serve them with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a fast and festive dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large bell peppers preferably red and green
- 1 large red onion or 2 small onions
Fajita Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons salt I use table salt, so salt to taste
- 1½ teaspoons cumin
- 1½ teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- cayenne to taste
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 425°F.
- Slice the chicken breast into ½ inch thick strips, and cut those in half so they're not too long. Place on a sheet tray.
- Cut the onions into thin half-moons and place them next to the chicken on the sheet tray. Next, slice the bell peppers into ¼ inch thick sticks and add to the tray.
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic, onion, paprika, black pepper, salt, chili powder, cumin, coriander, and cayenne (if using). Sprinkle the seasoning mixture all over the chicken and the vegetables.
- Now, drizzle the extra olive oil onto the chicken and vegetables, and rub the olive oil and seasonings into everything well so it’s all well coated.
- Place into the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until cooked and everything is well done.
- Serve with flour tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, cheese, pico de gallo, and any salsa.
Notes
- Cut everything evenly: Slice chicken and veggies into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd: Use two pans if needed to avoid steaming the ingredients, this gives better caramelization.
- Make it ahead: Marinate the chicken and chop the veggies the night before to make dinner a breeze.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat them on a skillet or directly over a gas burner for a more authentic, toasty flavor.
- Use leftovers wisely: Turn any leftovers into fajita bowls, quesadillas, or wraps the next day.
Nutrition
Calories: 435kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 49gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 2024mgPotassium: 925mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 792IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 2mg
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