Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (One-Pan Dinner in 30 Minutes)

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 6 people

Course: Dinner / Main Course

Cuisine: American / Tex-Mex

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
• 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
• 1 large large onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tbsp cumin
• 1/2 tbsp salt
• 1/4 tbsp black pepper
• 1 lime cut into wedges
• Flour tortillas, for serving
• Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, cilantro

Equipment

• 1 sheet pan

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

   Place chicken, bell peppers, and onion on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.

   Sprinkle chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper over the chicken and vegetables. Toss to coat evenly.

   Spread ingredients in a single layer on the pan.

   Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chicken is cooked and vegetables are tender.

   Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top before serving.

   Serve with warm flour tortillas and optional toppings.

Notes

• Use chicken thighs for juicier meat.
• Add extra vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for variety.
• For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice instead of tortillas.
• Leftovers store in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid drying out chicken.

Why You’ll Love These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

Looking for a quick, flavor-packed dinner that doesn’t leave your kitchen a mess? These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas check all the boxes:

• ✅ Quick & easy – Ready in 30 minutes!

• ✅ One-pan meal – Minimal cleanup required

• ✅ Loaded with flavor – Perfect fajita seasoning and oven-roasted veggies

• ✅ Family-friendly – Let everyone build their own tortilla

Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or making a weeknight Tex-Mex dinner, this recipe delivers every time.

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To make this recipe, you’ll need just a few fresh and pantry-friendly ingredients:

• 500g chicken breasts (boneless, skinless, cut into strips)

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• 1 red onion, thinly sliced

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon chili powder

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Fresh lime juice, for serving

• Tortillas, for serving

• Optional toppings: avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro

How to Make Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (Step-by-Step)

Here’s how to bring this delicious one-pan dinner together:

1. Preheat your oven

Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

2. Prep your ingredients

Slice chicken breasts, bell peppers, and red onion into thin strips. Try to keep everything similar in size so they cook evenly.

3. Season & toss

In a large bowl, combine chicken and vegetables. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat.

4. Bake

Spread the mixture evenly on your sheet pan. Bake for 20–25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are slightly charred.

5. Serve

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

💡 Pro Tip: Warm your tortillas by wrapping them in foil and placing them in the oven during the last 5 minutes of baking.

Tips, Tricks & Variations

Customize your oven fajitas to match your taste or what you have on hand:

• 🔄 Switch up the protein – Try shrimp or beef instead of chicken

• 🌶️ Adjust the heat – Add cayenne or sliced jalapeños for spice

• 🧂 Use a seasoning mix – No time? Use store-bought fajita seasoning

• 🧊 Storage – Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days

📌 Looking for another easy one-pan recipe? Try our super popular Baked Feta Pasta for a cheesy, TikTok-approved dinner idea!

What to Serve with Chicken Fajitas

While these fajitas can totally stand on their own, here are a few tasty ideas to complete your meal:

• 🍚 Mexican rice or cilantro-lime rice

• 🫘 Refried beans or black beans

• 🥗 Fresh salad or grilled corn

• 🍹 Lime agua fresca or a cold cerveza

Want to learn more about traditional Tex-Mex pairings? Check out this helpful fajita guide from BBC Good Food 🍽️