Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas

Chicken, peppers and onions roast together on one pan with chili-lime seasoning, ready for warm tortillas in about half an hour.

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Prep15 min
Cook20 min
Total35 min
Yield4 servings
LevelBeginner

Ingredients

US measurements with metric in parentheses.

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Toss chicken, peppers and onion with oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika and salt directly on the pan. Spread in a single layer.
  3. Roast 18 to 22 minutes, stirring once, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are charred at the edges.
  4. Squeeze lime juice over everything.
  5. Serve with warm tortillas and toppings.

🌡 Food safety: Cook poultry until the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer. Wash hands and surfaces after handling raw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Tips for success

  • Do not crowd the pan; use two pans if needed so food roasts instead of steams.
  • Slice chicken evenly so it cooks at the same pace.

Substitutions

  • Use shrimp (roast about 8 minutes) or portobello mushrooms.
  • Corn tortillas make it gluten-free if labeled so.

Storage & reheating

Store filling up to 4 days in the fridge. Reheat in a skillet.

Estimated nutrition per serving

Estimate only. Calculated roughly from typical ingredients; real values vary by brand and portion.

Calories~430 kcal
Protein~38 g
Carbohydrates~36 g
Fat~16 g

Frequently asked questions

Can I marinate the chicken?

Yes, toss with the oil, spices and lime for up to 4 hours before roasting.