Healthy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Healthy sheet pan chicken fajitas made with juicy chicken, bell peppers, and onions. An easy sheet pan dinner perfect for busy nights, tacos, or bowls.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large bell peppers sliced
- 1 large white, sweet, or brown onion sliced
- olive oil spray
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas optional
For the Fajita Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder or chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Use a packet of store-bought fajita seasoning or make our homemade version. In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin, even strips, about 1/2-inch thick, so they cook quickly and evenly. To keep the chicken tender, slice against the grain (cut across the direction the muscle fibers run, not with them).
- Slice the bell peppers and onion into even strips.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, onions, and chicken to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Lightly spray with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the fajita seasoning evenly over everything. Then toss everything directly on the pan until well-coated.
- Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Once done, let it cool slightly, then serve and enjoy on its own, in tacos, or in bowls.
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Notes
- Bell Peppers: We love red, orange, or yellow bell peppers for their natural sweetness and tender texture. Use whatever you prefer.
- Chili Powder: I love ancho chili powder for its mild heat and rich, slightly sweet depth. Regular chili powder is an easy swap and gives a more classic, slightly tangy flavor with less sweetness and depth, but still tastes delicious.
- Fajita Seasoning Options: Use a store-bought fajita seasoning, or try our homemade chicken taco seasoning or the fajita seasoning in this recipe. All work great.
- Onion: White, sweet, red, or brown onions all work well.
- Chicken to Use: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts keep this recipe lean. For a juicier option, you can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead. Just keep in mind, they may need a couple of extra minutes of cooking time.
Nutrition
Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 4.5g | Saturated Fat: 1.2g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 288mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g