Are you craving restaurant-quality Mexican cuisine without the complicated cooking process? Get ready to revolutionize your dinner routine with these incredibly simple Sheet Pan Fajitas that will have your family and friends begging for seconds! In just 35 minutes, you'll create a mouthwatering meal that's packed with flavor, requires minimal cleanup, and looks like it took hours to prepare. No complicated techniques, no endless chopping - just pure, delicious culinary magic happening right on your baking sheet!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the fajita seasoning blend.
- Slice chicken breast into thin, even strips, approximately 1/2 inch wide. Place chicken strips in a large mixing bowl.
- Wash and slice bell peppers and onion into uniform strips, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Add to the bowl with chicken.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle the prepared seasoning mix evenly over the ingredients.
- Toss everything together until chicken and vegetables are well coated with oil and spices.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring ingredients are not overcrowded to promote even roasting.
- Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking.
- Check that chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C) and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Warm tortillas according to package instructions.
- Serve hot, allowing everyone to assemble their own fajitas with the sheet pan ingredients and optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Tips
- Slice ingredients uniformly to ensure even cooking
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - give ingredients space to roast, not steam
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F for food safety
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking
- Warm tortillas just before serving to keep them soft and pliable
- Experiment with different protein options like steak or shrimp
- Prep ingredients in advance for an even quicker weeknight meal
- Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice after roasting for a bright, zesty finish
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 95mg
