Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas for Busy Nights
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These easy sheet pan chicken fajitas are a bold one pan chicken dinner that keeps cleanup easy and everyone happy. They’re colorful and flavorful with juicy seasoned chicken, tender peppers, and onions roasted together, then get tucked into warm flour tortillas with your favorite toppings. A delicious and quick family friendly meal.
One Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
My family often craves a good Mexican inspired dinner, and I love meals that are one pan, with easy clean-up for those busy weeknights and weekends when we’re running around. And of course it’s also a fun Taco Tuesday recipe if you’re into doing those too.
This chicken and bell pepper recipe works because everything cooks at the same time, on one pan, with bold seasoning doing most of the heavy lifting. While onions and peppers are traditional, you could also add mushrooms, or any other roast veggies you prefer.
I love serving this easy chicken dinner when I want something that feels fun but doesn’t require juggling multiple pots or a sink full of dishes. Especially while my youngest hits me with the “I’m starving” and woeful eyes every 5 minutes.
⭐️ Try our other fun and easy sheet pan dinners like this Easy Sheet Pan Sausage and Tortellini bake, this creamy Parmesan Chicken & Veggies Sheet Pan meal and Easy Tex Mex Quesadillas.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Fajitas Sheet Pan Recipe
Ingredients for Sheet Pan Chicken Breast Fajitas
For the fajitas:
- 2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
- 2 large or 3 medium bell peppers (any colors)
- 1 medium onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Tortillas (we prefer the smaller ones)
Topping Ideas:
- Sour cream
- Salsa or pico de gallo
- Avocado slices or guacamole
- Shredded cheese
- Sliced black olives
- Green onions chopped
Equipment You’ll Need:
- Large baking sheet
- Oil for greasing pan
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing bowls (one large and one small)
- Tongs or spatula
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
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How to Make Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
1. Preheat the oven & prep
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a large sheet pan and set aside.
Cut the chicken, bell peppers, and onion into thin, even strips so they cook at the same rate.
2. Season with spices
Put the chicken and vegetables in a large bowl, then drizzle with olive oil.
In a small bowl, stir together all seasonings, then add them to the chicken along with the lime juice. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
PRO TIP: If you don’t want to get your hands mucky, either put on disposable gloves before tossing the chicken & seasonings, or place the chicken, oil and seasonings in a large ziploc bag, close it, and then shake or rub the seasonings all over the chicken.
3. Arrange on the pan
Use tongs to spread the chicken and vegetables onto the sheet pan in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding so everything roasts instead of steams.
4. Bake the chicken and veggies
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender with lightly charred edges.
Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve immediately in warm flour tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Storage tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or the microwave. Leftovers are great for quesadillas, rice bowls, or salads.
Tips & Variations
- Swap chicken breasts for chicken thighs for extra juiciness
- Add sliced mushrooms or zucchini for more veggies
- Line the pan for easier cleanup. Foil or parchment makes the whole dinner basically mess-free.
- Turn up the heat with a pinch of cayenne or sliced jalapeños
- Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, salsa, sliced black olives, or your favorite toppings. This is our family’s favorite spicy salsa. Even our youngest loves it.
- Great for leftovers the next day. Just toss everything into wraps, rice bowls or on top of a green salad.
- Meal prep shortcut: Chop and season the veggies, and marinate the chicken the night before, so this quick chicken breast dinner is basically dump-and-bake.
- Double the batch for easy lunches later in the week.
Final Thoughts:
These easy one pan chicken fajitas are one of those meals that fit right into real life, whether you’re planning quick weeknight dinners, a casual family dinner, or feeding a crowd at potlucks and dinner parties.
Everything roasts together on one pan, making prep simple and cleanup minimal, while the bold flavors keep everyone coming back for seconds, thirds, or in my youngest’s case 5ths.
Add this to your Taco Tuesday ideas list for an easy, flexible dinner that works for busy nights and laid-back gatherings alike.
Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
These easy sheet pan chicken fajitas are a bold one pan chicken dinner that keeps cleanup easy and everyone happy. They're colorful and flavorful with juicy seasoned chicken, tender peppers, and onions roasted together, then get tucked into warm flour tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
- 2 large or 3 medium bell peppers (any colors)
- 1 medium onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Tortillas
Topping Ideas
- Sour cream
- Salsa or pico de gallo
- Shredded cheese
- Avocado Slices or guacamole
- Black olives sliced
- Green onions chopped
Equipment You’ll Need
- Large baking sheet
- Oil for greasing pan
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing bowls (one large and one small)
- Tongs or spatula
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven & prep
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a large sheet pan and set aside. Cut the chicken, bell peppers, and onion into thin, even strips so they cook at the same rate.
2. Season with spices
Put the chicken and vegetables in a large bowl, then drizzle with olive oil. In a small bowl, stir together all seasonings, then add them to the chicken along with the lime juice. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
TIP: If you don't want to get your hands mucky, either put on disposable gloves before tossing the chicken & seasonings, or place the chicken, oil and seasonings in a large ziploc bag, close it, and then shake or rub the seasonings all over the chicken.
3. Arrange on the pan
Use tongs to spread the chicken and vegetables onto the sheet pan in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding so everything roasts instead of steams.
4. Bake the chicken and veggies
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender with lightly charred edges. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve immediately in warm flour tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Storage tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or the microwave. Leftovers are great for quesadillas, rice bowls, or salads.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Swap chicken breasts for chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Add sliced mushrooms or zucchini for more veggies.
- Line the pan for easier cleanup. Foil or parchment makes the whole dinner basically mess-free.
- Turn up the heat with a pinch of cayenne, sliced jalapeños or spicy salsa.
- Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, salsa, sliced black olives, or your favorite toppings. This is our family's favorite spicy salsa. Even our youngest loves it.
- Great for leftovers the next day. Just toss everything into wraps, rice bowls or on top of a green salad.
- Meal prep shortcut: Chop and season the veggies, and marinate the chicken the night before, so this quick chicken breast dinner is basically dump-and-bake.
- Double the batch for easy lunches later in the week.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 459Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 195mgSodium: 758mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 3gSugar: 3gProtein: 72g
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered from online calculators.
