Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
264 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe
Description
The Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas recipe combines boneless, skinless chicken thighs with sliced red onion and bell peppers, seasoned with a homemade fajita seasoning that includes chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. The ingredients are mixed with olive oil to coat and then spread evenly on a sheet pan before roasting at 400ºF. Baking for 20 to 25 minutes cooks the chicken thoroughly while softening the vegetables. After resting, the chicken is sliced or shredded and combined back with the veggies on the pan.
The seasoning blend provides balanced smokiness, herbiness, and warmth without overpowering the ingredients. Roasting helps caramelize the edges of the chicken and vegetables, adding a touch of char and depth. Serving the cooked mixture with warm tortillas or cooked rice rounds out the meal and allows for customizable garnishes such as lime wedges and fresh cilantro.
When seasoning, it is flexible to omit a spice if needed, provided the salt is included for proper flavor. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to four days in an airtight container. Using a sturdy sheet pan helps prevent warping during roasting.
Ingredients
Fajita Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt fine sea salt
Fajita Ingredients
- 1 red onion , sliced
- 2 bell pepper seeds removed and sliced, any color
- 1.25 to 1.5 pounds chicken thigh boneless, skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For serving
- tortillas or cooked rice
- lime wedges
- cilantro fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF and have a half-sheet pan nearby. (18 by 13 inches) In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir well and set this fajita seasoning aside.
- Add the sliced red onion, bell pepper, and chicken to the pan. Drizzle the oil over the chicken and veggies. Then sprinkle the fajita seasoning over the ingredients, flipping the chicken to make sure both sides get coated in the oil and spices. Toss the veggies gently, then spread them out into an even layer on the pan.
- Bake at 400ºF for 20 to 25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF when tested with an instant-read thermometer. (If you're using boneless chicken breasts, they may require up to 30 minutes to reach that temperature.)
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Then transfer it to a cutting board and slice thinly, or shred it with two forks. Return the chicken to the pan and toss with the veggies and spices. Serve warm in your favorite tortillas or over a bed of rice for a fajita bowl. Squeeze with lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Notes
- Omitting a spice from the seasoning blend is acceptable, but do not skip the salt to ensure proper flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days for best freshness.
- A sturdy, heavy sheet pan is recommended to avoid warping at high roasting temperatures.
- Nutrition information excludes tortillas because their varieties and ingredients vary widely.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 264 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 264kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 135mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 1011mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 551mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2300IU | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 78mg | 87% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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