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    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

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    This classic Tex Mex recipe for sheet pan chicken fajitas makes the perfect weeknight dinner. It requires minimal prep, they are easy to make, flavorful, and juicy. 

    Seasoned chicken is roasted with onions, poblano, and bell peppers. It’s served with tortillas and a creamy cilantro lime sauce.

    sheet pan chicken fajitas with creamy cilantro lime sauce, tortillas, and limes

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    Why I Love Sheet Pan Fajitas

    Sheet pan meals have minimal dishes and everything is cooked together right on the same pan. These chicken fajitas are easy to make and require minimal prep. 

    They make an excellent meal to prep in advance because they reheat well. You can make them for meal prep, or just have dinner ready earlier in the day for busy weeknights. 

    The leftovers are also versatile. You can turn them into burrito bowls or use them in quesadillas.

    Chicken Fajita Sheet Pan Ingredients

    • onion
    • poblano pepper
    • red bell pepper
    • orange bell pepper
    • boneless skinless chicken brerast
    • fajita seasoning
    • salt & pepper
    • avocado oil
    • lime (optional)

    Substitutions and Alterations

    • Onion - if you prefer red onion, you can use that in place of yellow or white. 
    • Poblano - The poblano can be replaced with green chiles or jalapenos. 
    • Bell peppers - use your favorite colors. I prefer red and orange, but green and yellow work great as well. 
    • Chicken breast - you can replace the chicken breast with chicken thighs. The cooking time will change, so be sure to adjust for that. 
    • Fajita seasoning - if you’re in a pinch, taco seasoning works well in this. I recommend just making your own though. Fajita seasoning is specifically paprika and cumin heavy which adds a nice flavor to this meal.
    ingredients for sheet pan chicken fajitas

    How to Make Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    Detailed instructions and measurements to make Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are listed in the recipe card at the bottom of this page.

    1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
    2. Place the poblano, bell peppers and onions on a sheet pan. Spray with avocado oil (or drizzle) and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    3. Place the sheet pan in the oven for 5 minutes.
    4. Remove the pan from the oven and move the vegetables over to place the chicken on the sheet pan.
    5. Spray the chicken with avocado oil spray (or drizzle on) and sprinkle generously with fajita seasoning.
    6. Place the sheet pan back in the oven and roast for 18-25 minutes, depending on the thickness of your chicken.
    7. Remove from the oven and allow it to rest 5 minutes.
    8. Once it has finished resting, remove the chicken from the sheet pan and slice. Squeeze lime juice over if you prefer.
    9. Serve them in warm corn or flour tortillas topped with creamy cilantro lime sauce.
    seasoned vegetables on a sheet pan
    seasoned chicken added to the sheet pan
    cooked vegetables and chicken on a sheet pan

    The Best Toppings for Fajitas

    • Guacamole
    • Pico de Gallo
    • Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce
    • Cheese
    • Sour Cream (or Greek Yogurt)
    • Chimichurri Sauce

    What do fajitas come with normally?

    Fajitas are often served with sauteed onions and bell peppers, lettuce, rice, sour cream, and pico de gallo.

    Ingredients for Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

    • Plain, Nonfat Greek Yogurt
    • Fresh Cilantro
    • Juice from a Lime
    • Honey
    • Salt
    ingredients for creamy cilantro lime sauce

    How to make Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

    1. Add all ingredients to a small bowl and stir to combine.
    creamy cilantro lime sauce mixed together in a bowl

    Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Tips, Tricks and FAQs

    • Make sure that your chicken breasts are of equal size. This will help them cook more evenly and you won’t have dry, overcooked chicken in areas. 
    • Try to keep your chicken thin to medium thickness. If your chicken is too thick, your vegetables will be overcooked by the time the chicken is done. 
    • You can sprinkle some of your fajita seasoning over the vegetables as well for extra flavor.
    What toppings go on fajitas?

    Some great fajita toppings include cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, onions, and bell peppers. 

    How do you cut chicken fajitas into strips?

    Using a fork, hold the chicken breast in place on top of a cutting board. Use a knife to slice the chicken into strips. 

    What makes a fajita a fajita?

    Traditionally, fajitas refer to the style of meat. Tacos often use shredded or ground meat, while fajitas are sliced meat.

    What is the best cheese for fajitas?

    The best cheese for fajitas is whatever you like best. My favorites are sharp cheddar, cotija, Colby Jack, and queso fresco.

    How do you properly serve fajitas?

    The proper way to serve fajitas is with warm tortillas, sauteed onions & bell peppers, and your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo.

    sheet pan chicken fajitas with creamy cilantro lime sauce, tortillas, and limes

    How to Store and Reheat Leftover Sheet Pan Fajitas

    This is an excellent meal to make ahead and store for later. Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    You can reheat your chicken fajitas in the oven. Set the oven to 350°F and spread the leftovers out on a sheet pan. Put them in the oven until heated through. 

    You can also reheat them in the microwave. Place them in a microwave-safe dish and cover with a moist paper towel. Heat on medium heat until heated through. Careful not to overcook the chicken.

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    Side Dishes for Chicken Fajitas

    Some great side dishes include:

    • Chili con Queso
    • Refried Beans
    • Summer Corn Salad
    • Avocado Corn Salsa
    • Jalapeno Lime Rice
    • Pineapple Pico de Gallo
    • Chips and Salsa

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    sheet pan chicken fajitas with creamy cilantro lime sauce, tortillas, and limes

    Chicken Sheet Pan Fajitas

    This classic Tex Mex recipe for sheet pan chicken fajitas makes the perfect weeknight dinner. It requires minimal prep, they are easy to make, flavorful, and juicy. 
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Resting Time 5 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Dinner, Main Course, Main Dish, Main Dishes
    Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 166 kcal
    Protein 27 g

    Equipment

    • sheet pan

    Ingredients
      

    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    • 1 whole onion sliced
    • 1 whole poblano pepper sliced
    • 1 whole red bell pepper sliced
    • 1 whole orange bell pepper sliced
    • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
    • 4 tablespoons fajita seasoning store bought or this one
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • avocado oil spray
    • 1 whole lime juiced

    Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

    • ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
    • 1 handful fresh cilantro chopped
    • 1 whole lime juiced
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • ½ teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
    • Place onion, poblano, and bell peppers on a sheet pan. Spray with avocado oil (or drizzle) and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    • Place the sheet pan in the oven for 5 minutes.
    • Remove the pan from the oven and move the vegetables over to place the chicken on the sheet pan.
    • Spray the chicken with avocado oil spray (or drizzle on) and sprinkle generously with fajita seasoning.
    • Place the sheet pan back in the oven and roast for 18-25 minutes, depending on the thickness of your chicken.
    • Remove from the oven and allow it to rest 5 minutes.
    • Once it has finished resting, remove the chicken from the sheet pan and slice. Squeeze lime juice over if you prefer.
    • Serve them in warm tortillas topped with creamy cilantro lime sauce.

    Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce

    • Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
    • Mix to combine.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Chicken Sheet Pan Fajitas
    Serving Size
     
    0.25 of recipe
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    166
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    5
    g
    8
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    1
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    2
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    74
    mg
    25
    %
    Sodium
     
    1014
    mg
    44
    %
    Potassium
     
    467
    mg
    13
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    3
    g
    1
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    2
    g
    2
    %
    Protein
     
    27
    g
    54
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    121
    IU
    2
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    3
    mg
    4
    %
    Calcium
     
    36
    mg
    4
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy. It should only be used for estimation purposes and is not a guarantee of any kind. Nutritional information varies widely between brands and types of ingredients used. It is recommended that you calculate the nutritional information based on your own ingredients and brands used. Sweetly Splendid, LLC makes no guarantees as to the exact nutrition information.

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    1. Cindy

      January 31, 2022 at 7:24 pm

      I have made this a dozen times. So good ! I soak chicken in salt for an hour to brine then rinse to make chicken a bit more juicy this recipe is healthy and my family loves it !

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      • kara

        January 31, 2022 at 9:05 pm

        I love the idea of brining the chicken first. I will definitely have to try that next time!

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    2. Season Newell

      February 24, 2022 at 6:08 pm

      5 stars
      This has become a weekly staple in my house. So yummy!

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