EASY Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (Minimal Cleanup, Maximum Flavor!)

Ingredients

• 2 lb Chicken Breast (Boneless, skinless; sliced into 1/4‑inch strips against the grain)
• 3 each Bell Peppers (Mixed colors (orange, yellow, red); cut into 1/2‑inch strips)
• 1 medium Yellow Onion (Cut into long strips)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (Drizzled over chicken and vegetables)
• 1 tbsp Chili Powder (Fajita seasoning component)
• 1 tsp Paprika (Mild, adds color)
• 2 tsp Ground Cumin (Fajita seasoning component)
• 0.5 tsp Onion Powder (Fajita seasoning component)
• 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder (Fajita seasoning component)
• 0.25 tsp Dried Oregano (Fajita seasoning component)
• 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper (Optional for heat)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Salt (Season to taste)
• 1 each Lime (Freshly juiced for finishing)
• 8 each Flour Tortillas (Warm in foil for the last 5 minutes of baking)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 400°F and let it preheat fully.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Prepare Vegetables

   Slice the three bell peppers into 1/2‑inch strips and cut the onion into long strips.

   Time: PT10M

3. Slice Chicken

   Trim any excess fat, then slice the chicken breasts into 1/4‑inch strips, cutting against the grain.

   Time: PT5M

4. Season Chicken

   In a mixing bowl combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne, black pepper, and salt. Toss the chicken strips until evenly coated.

   Time: PT3M

5. Assemble on Sheet Pan

   Line the sheet pan with parchment paper or foil. Spread the seasoned chicken in a single layer, then add the pepper and onion strips. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over everything and toss with tongs to coat.

   Time: PT5M

6. Bake and Toss

   Place the pan in the oven and bake for 18‑25 minutes, tossing the mixture with tongs halfway through (around the 10‑minute mark). Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Warm Tortillas

   During the last 5 minutes of baking, wrap the flour tortillas in foil and place them on a lower rack to warm through.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

8. Finish and Serve

   Remove the pan and foil‑wrapped tortillas from the oven. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajita mixture, give a final toss, and serve directly from the pan with warm tortillas and any desired toppings.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

526

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

60 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

4 g