Description
A vibrant and easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas recipe featuring juicy, spice-rubbed chicken breasts and colorful bell peppers and onions roasted together on a single baking sheet. Ready in just 30 minutes, this flavorful one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights and serves 4 people with optional tortillas and toppings for a customizable fajita experience.
Ingredients
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Spice Mix
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Main Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
For Serving (Optional)
- Tortillas
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and position the oven rack in the top third of the oven for optimal cooking and browning.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Use a half sheet pan or a full-size sheet pan if you prefer more space.
- Mix Spices: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly blended.
- Coat Chicken and Veggies: Place chicken breasts, sliced red and green bell peppers, and sliced onion on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the ingredients and toss them to evenly coat everything. Sprinkle the mixed spices over the chicken and vegetables, then rub the mixture thoroughly over both sides of the chicken breasts and all the veggies using your hands.
- Bake: Bake the chicken and vegetables uncovered for 20-25 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken breasts. Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and that the vegetables are tender.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips. Serve the fajitas with tortillas, lime wedges, sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite toppings as desired.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of chili powder according to your taste.
- For extra smoky flavor, consider adding a pinch of chipotle powder to the spice mix.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely and to avoid dryness.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free meal, serve with corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
