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Easy Weeknight Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

Turn classic fajitas into a fast, no-mess dinner with this oven-baked sheet pan version. Everything cooks together in one pan, giving you bold Tex-Mex flavor without standing over the stove.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keyword: Easy Weeknight Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6

Notes

Ingredients

For the Fajitas
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts, sliced into ¼-inch strips
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), sliced
  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 16–18 small flour or corn tortillas
Fajita Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole
  • Pico de gallo
  • Shredded cheese
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

Step 1: Prep
  • Heat oven to 425°F (218°C)
  • Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil
  • Slice the chicken into ¼-inch strips
  • Cut peppers and onions into evenly sized strips
  • Combine all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl
Step 2: Season
  • Add chicken and vegetables to the sheet pan
  • Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice
  • Sprinkle evenly with the seasoning blend
  • Toss until everything is well coated
  • Arrange in a single layer without overlapping
Step 3: Bake
  • Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through
  • Cook until chicken reaches 165°F internally
  • For added color, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end if desired
Step 4: Serve
  • Warm the tortillas
  • Fill with chicken and vegetables
  • Add your favorite toppings
  • Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice
  • Serve right away
 
Nutrition
Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 520mg | Potassium: 620mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2100IU | Vitamin C: 95mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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