Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
A delightful and vibrant dish featuring tender chicken, colorful peppers, and aromatic spices, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Fajitas
- 1 pound chicken breasts tender and juicy, the star of your dish.
- 1 red bell pepper crispy, sweet, and full of vibrant color.
- 1 green bell pepper slightly tangy with a satisfying crunch.
- 1 yellow bell pepper sweet and sunny, bringing warmth to your meal.
- 1 red onion aromatic and flavorful, adding depth to your fajitas.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil rich and creamy, perfect for enhancing flavors.
- 2 teaspoons chili powder spicy and smoky, a must for that authentic taste.
- 1 teaspoon cumin earthy and warm, elevating the dish's profile.
- 1 teaspoon paprika adding a beautiful hue and a hint of sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder aromatic and savory, enhancing the overall flavor.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder rich and slightly sweet, for extra flavor.
- Salt and pepper to taste, to balance and complement the spices.
- 1 lime juiced, bright and zesty, tying all the flavors together.
- 8 small flour tortillas soft and fluffy, perfect for wrapping your fajitas.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Slice the chicken breasts, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and red onion into thin strips for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Whisk until well blended.
Cooking
- Place the sliced chicken and vegetables on the sheet pan, drizzle with the spice mixture, and toss to coat.
- Spread into an even layer and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Warm the flour tortillas in the oven or on the stovetop.
- Serve the baked chicken and vegetables on the tortillas, customizing with favorite toppings.
Notes
For deeper flavor, consider marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or even overnight. Use high-quality olive oil for the best results and avoid overcrowding the pan.