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Colorful chicken fajitas arranged on a rustic white platter featuring vibrant red and green bell peppers, sliced chicken, and melted cheese, styled with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, with a wooden background highlighting textures and bold colors.

Quick and Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas for Weeknights

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This quick and easy sheet pan chicken fajitas recipe combines tender chicken, colorful peppers, and fragrant spices, baked to perfection for a stress-free dinner.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, mix chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, toss chicken strips and sliced vegetables with olive oil and spice mixture.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared sheet pan.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and peppers are tender.
  6. Remove from oven, squeeze lime juice over the fajitas, and garnish with fresh cilantro and shredded cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level with more chili powder for extra heat.
  • Serve with warm tortillas for delicious fajita wraps.
  • Can be prepared in advance and baked later.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg