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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    Published: January 23, 2021 / Updated: September 8, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

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    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas with title text
    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas with title text

    These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are a delicious, easy, one-pan meal the whole family will love!

    side photo of Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    Sheet pan meals are AWESOME. They're super easy to whip up and your protein and veggies all cook together on one pan. That means less hands-on cooking time, and fewer dishes!

    They're also great to make year-round. We love making Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies when we're looking for a lighter, healthier dinner. And when we want a dinner that feels a little extra, a little more special, but not more work, we love making One Pan Garlic Rosemary Beef Roast with Potatoes.

    These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are great to make when we want something healthy AND hearty!

    Also check out: Instant Pot Chicken Fajitas.

    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    closeup of Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    If you've never had fajitas before, they are a Tex-Mex creation that's hot, flavorful, and downright festive! They're usually made and served in cast iron pans, making them sizzling hot when served tableside.

    To simplify things but keep the flavor, the same ingredients are used in this recipe. But instead of cooking them on the stovetop, they're baked in the oven. This means less hands-on cooking time for you!

    What's in chicken fajitas?

    cooked Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    Fajitas can be made with under 10 ingredients!

    Traditionally, fajita recipes call for steak, chicken, or shrimp as the protein. This recipe calls for chicken breasts cut into small bite-size pieces.

    In addition to chicken, you'll need:

    • chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, kosher salt, ground black pepper - this fajita seasoning mix gives the dish its signature depth of flavor
    • bell peppers - I love using a combination of red bell peppers, green bell peppers, orange bell peppers, and yellow bell peppers. Not only does it make the dish more colorful and vibrant, it also adds nice layers of flavor.
    • onions - sliced yellow onions lend the best flavor to this dish
    • extra-virgin olive oil - use a high quality olive oil for the best flavor
    • lime juice - this adds a refreshing citrus zing to the dish!
    • cilantro - I love the bright fresh flavors that cilantro adds to this dish. If you don't like cilantro, you can also substitute parsley.

    How do you make chicken fajitas?

    chicken marinating in fajita marinade
    colorful bell peppers and onion slices
    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas ready to bake

    It's SO EASY to make these yummy fajitas!

    • Line a baking sheet with foil.
    • Whisk together the chili powder, salt, pepper. Pour half into another separate bowl or ziplock bag. In one bowl, add the peppers and onions. Spread the peppers and onions onto the baking sheet and broil until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
    • In the second bowl (or bag), toss in the chicken. Place the chicken on top of the peppers and broil 5 to 7 minutes, just until the chicken is cooked. Chicken is cooked when an internal thermometer reads 165°F.
    • Drizzle lime juice and sprinkle cilantro over the chicken and peppers before serving.

    Exact measurements of ingredients and instructions are in the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this post. Here are some helpful tips to guide you as you make this recipe.

    How do you serve fajitas?

    big bowl of Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas and salsa

    The classic way to serve these delicious bits of well seasoned chicken and veggies is with some tortilla rounds. But there are so many ways to enjoy chicken fajitas!

    • Serve the chicken and veggies over rice
    • Skewer them for a fun appetizer! Alternate between peppers, onions, and chicken on the skewers.
    • Scoop chicken fajita fillings into hoagie rolls, hot dog buns and enjoy a chicken fajita sandwich.
    • Roll the chicken fajita filling into a tortilla round and eat it like a burrito.
    • My fave leftover hack? Scramble eggs, add the chicken fajita filling, and serve with sour cream and sliced avocado for a flavorful breakfast or brunch.

    What do you serve with chicken fajitas?

    15-minute restaurant style salsa and chips
    Creamy confetti corn side dish recipe
    tall photo of Dairy Free Queso Dip and chips

    Chicken fajitas are delicious with any of the following side dishes:

    • 15-minute Restaurant-Style Salsa
    • Creamy Confetti Corn
    • Spanish rice
    • Refried beans
    • Chips and Creamy Dairy-Free Queso Dip or Cashew Queso Dip

    What wine goes with chicken fajitas?

    Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc 2019 wine

    Serve a zippy, refreshing New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with these chicken fajitas. The classic grassy, herbaceous characteristics of this white wine pair deliciously with the spices in this dish. And the New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs also tend to be a bit more fruit-forward, with citrus flavors that play nicely with the lime in these fajitas.

    This 2019 Marlborough Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc is sold worldwide and found widely in the United States for under $15.

    Cooking tips for making sheet pan fajitas

    big bowl of Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    Some additional ideas and cooking tips for cooking chicken fajitas:

    • Flavorful additions: top the chicken and peppers with sour cream, sliced avocado, salsa, guacamole, and/or black beans.
    • Spike it: add a ¼ cup of tequila to the chicken marinade
    • Turn up the heat: if you want spicy fajitas, add some sliced or diced jalapeño, and/or bump up the chili powder amount.

    More easy dinner recipes

    • Garlic Rosemary Sirlopin Tip Roast sliced on platter with potatoes One-Pan Garlic Rosemary Sirloin Tip Roast and Potatoes
    • full photo of bacon shrimp pasta in pan One-Pan Bacon & Shrimp Pasta (dairy-free)
    • closeup of New Orleans-style BBQ shrimp and scallops One Pan New Orleans-Style BBQ Shrimp and Scallops
    • Sheet Pan Salmon and Vegetables Sheet Pan Salmon with Vegetables
    • Skillet Gnocchi with Mushrooms One-Pan Skillet Mushroom Gnocchi
    sheet pan chicken fajitas with peppers and a lime in a bowl.

    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas with Bell Peppers

    5 from 8 votes
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 25 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    Easy, flavorful fajitas with chicken and bell peppers, all made in one-pan in under 30 minutes!
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 256kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • kosher salt
    • ground black pepper
    • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
    • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced
    • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
    • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil , divided
    • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1" slices
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

    Instructions

    • Line a baking sheet with foil. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper. Pour half into another separate bowl. In one bowl, add the peppers, onions, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Spread the peppers and onions onto the baking sheet and broil until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, in the second bowl, toss in the chicken and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Place the chicken on top of the peppers and broil for 5 to 7 more minutes, just until the chicken is cooked. The meat is cooked when an internal thermometer inserted into the center of meat reads 165°F.
    • Drizzle lime juice and sprinkle cilantro over the chicken and peppers before serving.

    Notes

    If you want to make your own Homemade Fajita Seasoning, it keeps for a long time if stored properly. You can also use store-bought fajita seasoning, if you prefer, instead.
    Storage: Allow the chicken fajitas to cool at room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 or 5 days. 
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 630mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1719IU | Vitamin C: 68mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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      1. Kriste says

        January 29, 2021 at 12:55 pm

        5 stars
        So I just made these for lunch today and they were amazing! First of all total win in terms of time to prep and make and completely delicious! These will definitely go in to our rotation!

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      2. Sara Welch says

        January 24, 2021 at 4:34 pm

        5 stars
        Gave this a try for dinner last night and it did not disappoint! Easily, a new favorite recipe; delicious!

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      3. Heather Johnson says

        January 24, 2021 at 3:21 pm

        5 stars
        i love fajitas - can't wait to make this!

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      4. Chrissie Baker says

        January 24, 2021 at 3:16 pm

        5 stars
        Just by the colors you can see it would be flavorful and health. Can’t wait to try this

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      5. Andrea Metlika says

        January 24, 2021 at 3:04 pm

        5 stars
        I love how easy this is to make and it looks and sounds delicious!

        Reply
      6. Beth Sachs says

        January 24, 2021 at 2:01 pm

        5 stars
        We love Chicken fajitas in this house and will definitely try this easy sheet pan method next time I make them!

        Reply

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