Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4 (2 fajitas each)
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Calories
483 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Description
This recipe mixes chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, sugar, and salt to create a fajita spice blend coating thin strips of chicken breast along with bell pepper and onion slices. Drizzled with neutral oil, the mixture is evenly spread on a baking sheet and roasted in a 400°F oven for 35-40 minutes, stirring once for even cooking. After baking, lime juice is squeezed over the cooked meat and vegetables to add fresh acidity.
The meal is served by spooning a portion of the roasted fajita mix onto warmed tortillas, optionally topped with sour cream and cilantro. This straightforward roasted method requires minimal cleanup and yields a balance of smoky, spicy, and tangy tastes with tender textures.
Alternatively, you can substitute this homemade seasoning blend with your preferred store-bought fajita seasoning for convenience.
Ingredients
FAJITA SEASONING
- 1 Tbsp chili powder $0.30
- 1/2 Tbsp paprika $0.15
- 1/2 tsp onion powder $0.05
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.05
- 1/4 tsp cumin $0.03
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper $0.02
- 1 tsp sugar $0.02
- 1/2 tsp salt $0.02
FAJITAS
- 2 small yellow onion $1.40, or one large
- 3 bell pepper $2.58, any color
- 1 lb. chicken breast $2.67
- 2 Tbsp neutral cooking oil $0.08, generic cooking oil
- 1 lime $0.25
- 8 tortilla $1.58, 6-inch
- 1/2 cup sour cream $0.49, optional
- 1/4 bunch cilantro $0.50, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Mix all of the spices for the fajita seasoning in a small bowl and set aside (chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, sugar, and salt).
- Cut the onion and bell peppers into 1/4-inch wide strips. Slice the chicken breast into thin strips. Add the chicken and vegetables to a large baking sheet or casserole dish.
- Drizzle the cooking oil over the chicken and vegetables, then sprinkle the fajita seasoning mix over top. Use your hands to toss the ingredients until everything is well coated in oil and seasoning. Spread the chicken and vegetables out over the baking sheet evenly.
- Bake the chicken and vegetables in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Squeeze the juice from half of the lime over top of the meat and vegetables after they come out of the oven.
- To serve, scoop a small amount of meat and vegetables into the center of each tortilla. Top with a few sprigs of cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, and an extra squeeze of lime if desired.
Notes
- You may use any favorite store-bought fajita seasoning instead of making the blend from scratch.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4(2 fajitas each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 483 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 483kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Sodium | 910mg | 38% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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