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Colorful chicken fajitas with vibrant red and green peppers and tender, golden chicken strips arranged on a rustic white plate, topped with fresh cilantro and garnished with lime wedges, all set on a wooden table with a textured background.

Quick and Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas for Busy Nights

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A quick and flavorful sheet pan chicken fajitas packed with colorful peppers and seasoned chicken, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, toss chicken strips and sliced vegetables with olive oil and spice mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  6. Remove from oven and squeeze lime juice over the fajitas. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels according to your preference.
  • Serve with warm tortillas, sour cream, or salsa on the side.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fajita (about 1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg