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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

An easy and delicious one-pan meal featuring seasoned chicken and colourful peppers, roasted to perfection. Serve in warm tortillas with your favourite toppings for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 375

Ingredients
  

  • 600 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into 2cm strips
  • 1 large red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper deseeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper deseeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 orange or green bell pepper deseeded and thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 8-12 small flour or corn tortillas
For the Fajita Seasoning
  • 2 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
For Serving (Optional)
  • Soured cream or Greek yoghurt
  • Grated cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • Fresh coriander chopped
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Sliced avocado or guacamole
  • Pickled jalapeños

Method
 

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup. If you don't have a very large baking sheet, it's better to use two smaller ones to avoid overcrowding.
  2. Mix the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine all the fajita seasoning ingredients: chilli powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Give it a good stir to ensure it's evenly mixed.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the sliced chicken, sliced onion, and all the sliced peppers. Drizzle with the 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the juice of half a lime.
  4. Season Generously: Sprinkle the homemade seasoning mix over the chicken and vegetables in the bowl. Use your hands or a large spoon to toss everything together thoroughly until every piece is evenly coated in the oil and spices. What works best for me is using my hands to really massage the spices in.
  5. Arrange on the Pan: Tip the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture out onto your prepared baking sheet. Spread it into a single, even layer. It's really important not to have everything piled up. For more great chicken ideas, check out our collection of Healthy Chicken Recipes.
  6. Roast to Perfection: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 18-22 minutes. I find that giving everything a quick toss with a spatula halfway through cooking helps it cook more evenly and get charred on all sides. The fajitas are ready when the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender with slightly browned edges.
  7. Warm the Tortillas: While the fajitas are in their last 5 minutes of cooking, warm your tortillas. You can wrap them in foil and place them in the oven for a few minutes, or warm them one by one in a dry frying pan over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side.
  8. Finishing Touches: Remove the sheet pan from the oven. Squeeze the remaining half of the lime juice all over the hot chicken and vegetables. Serve immediately with the warm tortillas and your favourite toppings.

Notes

For best results and proper charring, spread the ingredients in a single layer. Use two sheet pans if necessary to avoid overcrowding.