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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (30-Minute Dinner)

The easiest, most flavorful chicken fajitas made on one sheet pan! Perfect for busy weeknights with juicy chicken, caramelized peppers, and homemade fajita seasoning. Minimal cleanup, maximum flavor
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: healthy chicken recipe, Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Servings: 5 Servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced thin)
  • 3 bell peppers red, yellow, green, sliced
  • 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime juiced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 8-10 small flour tortillas

Fajita Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 ½ tsp paprika
  • 1 ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep:

  • Slice chicken against the grain into ½-inch strips.
  • Cut bell peppers and onion into thin strips.

Season:

  • In a small bowl, mix all seasoning ingredients.
  • Arrange veggies and chicken on a greased sheet pan.
  • Sprinkle seasoning over chicken and veggies, then drizzle with olive oil.

Bake:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes (until chicken reaches 165°F).
  • Warm tortillas in the oven during the last 5 minutes.

Serve:

  • Squeeze fresh lime juice over the pan.
  • Top with chopped cilantro.
  • Serve with warm tortillas and favorite toppings!

Notes

  • For Juicy Chicken: Slice against the grain to prevent chewiness.
  • Make-Ahead: Chop veggies/chicken ahead and store separately.
  • Freezer Meal: Freeze seasoned raw chicken & veggies for up to 3 months.
  • Vegetarian Option: Swap chicken for black beans or mushrooms.