Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (Printable)

Juicy chicken and vibrant bell peppers roasted together for a flavorful, easy weeknight meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thin strips

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced into strips
03 - 1 large red onion, sliced into thin wedges

→ Marinade and Seasoning

04 - 3 tbsp olive oil
05 - 2 tsp chili powder
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
09 - 0.5 tsp onion powder
10 - 0.5 tsp salt
11 - 0.25 tsp black pepper
12 - 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

→ To Serve

13 - Warm flour or corn tortillas
14 - Lime wedges
15 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - Sour cream, salsa, and/or guacamole (optional)

# How-To:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper until well blended.
03 - Add chicken strips, bell peppers, and red onion to the bowl; toss thoroughly to coat with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Spread the chicken and vegetables evenly in a single layer on the prepared sheet.
05 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with slight char.
06 - Immediately serve with warm tortillas, lime wedges, and chosen toppings such as cilantro, sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Minimal cleanup, thanks to sheet-pan cooking
  • Family-friendly flavors and quick preparation
02 -
  • Marinating the chicken adds extra flavor if you have time
  • Can be easily customized for different proteins or veggies
03 -
  • Slice chicken and vegetables evenly for best roasting results
  • Prep extra and use leftovers in salads or wraps
Return