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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are a quick and easy meal with chicken, bell peppers, and onions. Super fast to make and requires very little hands-on time.

A baking sheet filled with cooked sheet pan chicken fajitas—juicy strips, red and yellow bell peppers, onions, all garnished with chopped herbs and lime wedges.


 

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A baking sheet filled with cooked sheet pan chicken fajitas—sliced yellow and red bell peppers, onions, fresh cilantro, and a lime wedge—all perfectly seasoned and roasted.

WHAT: Juicy seasoned chicken strips roasted with colorful bell peppers and onions on a single sheet pan.

WHY: One pan, minimal cleanup, bold flavor — a perfect easy weeknight dinner the whole family loves.

HOW: Season, toss on a sheet pan, roast at 400°F for 20 minutes, finish with lime and cilantro.

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Why You’ll Love This Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe

  • Sheet-pan meals are so easy to put together and this one is done in just 40 minutes.
  • This recipe is healthy and packed with lots of protein and veggies.
  • This is one of those meals that are easy to customize to meet what you have on hand your preferences. Enjoy the flexibility!
  • The clean-up is minimal which is always a win in my book.
  • These can easily be made gluten-free or Keto. Bonus, this recipe is in my fall cookbook, Family Dinner Made Easy: Fall Recipes! 
Melissa in her kitchen smiling in front of the starting ingredients for the chicken the quinoa salad and skillet chicken on the wood block in front of her

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This will be a recipe that you use over and over because it’s so easy to whip up. Once the peppers, onions, and chicken are thinly sliced all you have to do is mix up the seasonings and toss. Then throw everything on a sheet pan and the oven does the rest. Dinner is done!

Sheet pan fajitas make for a perfect busy weeknight meal. They are simple, healthy, filling, and so yummy. You can wrap the fajitas in my homemade tortillas or eat on a bed of Spanish rice.

Ingredient Notes

  • Chicken: I like to use boneless skinless chicken breast, but boneless skinless chicken thighs work beautifully as well.
  • Olive oil: Any neutral oil works here, including avocado oil or vegetable oil. The oil helps the seasoning adhere and encourages browning in the oven.
  • Bell peppers: Any colors you prefer—cut into wide strips.
  • Onion: I like white onion or yellow onion, but any color will do—use a large onion if you want extra.
  • Lime: You will need the juice of one lime for drizzling—fresh lime juice is best.
  • Cilantro: Fresh cilantro is the best, optional
  • Spices: Chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and ground black pepper make a delicious homemade fajita seasoning
  • Tortillas: You can use flour or corn tortillas for serving
  • For serving: I love to use lime wedges, sour cream, grated cheese, guacamole, optional for serving

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Colorful ingredients for sheet pan chicken fajitas, including bell peppers, tortillas, spices in small bowls, raw chicken, onion, avocado, lime wedges, cilantro, and olive oil, arranged on a striped cloth.

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August 5, 2024

Great easy recipe! I make it all the time! My family loves it😋

A baking sheet filled with cooked sheet pan chicken fajitas—juicy strips, red and yellow bell peppers, onions, all garnished with chopped herbs and lime wedges.
5 from 4 votes

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe

By: Melissa Griffiths
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are a quick and easy meal with chicken, bell peppers, and onions. Super fast to make and requires very little hands-on time.
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
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Ingredients 

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken, cut into ½-inch slices
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 large bell peppers, cut into strips (any colors you prefer)
  • 1 medium white onion, cut into thin strips
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, optional
  • 12 small corn or flour tortillas for serving
  • Lime wedges, sour cream, grated cheese, guacamole, optional for serving

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F., and spray a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray (the baking sheet should be roughly 17×12 inches).
  • In a small bowl, add the chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and set aside.
    2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Add the chicken to the sheet pan and drizzle with the olive oil. 
    1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken, 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken, and toss well to combine. 
  • Add the bell peppers and onion to the sheet pan, and toss gently to combine.
    3 large bell peppers, 1 medium white onion
  • Bake until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Check a few of the largest pieces to make sure they register 165 degrees F. on an instant-read thermometer. 
  • When the chicken is cooked, remove from the oven.
  • Toss lightly to combine again. 
  • Drizzle the pan with the juice of 1 lime and sprinkle with chopped cilantro if using. 
    Juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Serve in warmed tortillas with additional toppings of your choice.
    12 small corn or flour tortillas for serving

Notes

It Feeds a Crowd Without the Fuss: This recipe is really easy to scale up and cook for a crowd! It’s a favorite at our house to serve friends and family.
More Peppers, More Joy (and More Leftovers): You can add additional peppers and onions to your liking. I normally add another pepper or two because I like them the most and hope to have leftovers.
Turn It Into a Fajita Salad: Sometimes I’ll serve the fajita toppings over chopped lettuce with additional toppings like cheese and salsa to make an easy fajita salad.
Don’t Skip the Warm Tortillas: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or in the oven wrapped in foil for a few minutes before serving for the best texture and taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 2 of 12 fajitas, Calories: 284kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 28g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 73mg, Sodium: 556mg, Potassium: 700mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 2276IU, Vitamin C: 80mg, Calcium: 61mg, Iron: 2mg
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How To Make Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

Raw chicken breast strips on a blue plate sit on a wooden board, surrounded by bowls of spices and oil—perfect for making sheet pan chicken fajitas. A striped cloth rests nearby on the gray surface.

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray. Mix chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Seasoned raw chicken pieces being stirred on a pan with a wooden spatula, perfect for making flavorful sheet pan chicken fajitas.

Step 2: Place chicken on the sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with seasoning mixture.

A baking sheet filled with cooked sheet pan chicken fajitas—juicy strips, red and yellow bell peppers, onions, all garnished with chopped herbs and lime wedges.

Step 3: Add bell peppers and onion, tossing gently to combine. Bake for about 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through (165°F).

A taco filled with grilled chicken, yellow and red bell peppers, and avocado slices is served on a white plate with lime wedges. In the background, a tray of sheet pan chicken fajitas and tortillas is visible.

Step 4: Remove from oven, toss lightly, drizzle with lime juice, and sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Serve in warmed tortillas with optional toppings.

Substitutions & Variations

Protein swaps

Skirt steak or flank steak (sliced thin against the grain) makes this a sheet pan steak fajita dinner. Shrimp also works — just reduce the cook time to about 8–10 minutes since shrimp cooks quickly.

Tortilla options

Both corn and flour tortillas work great. Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free; flour tortillas are softer and more pliable for wrapping.

Make it vegetarian

Skip the chicken entirely and load the pan with extra peppers, onion, sliced portobello mushrooms, and black beans added in the last 5 minutes. All the same bold seasoning, completely plant-based.

Spice it up

Add ¼ to ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper or chipotle powder to the spice blend for a spicier fajita mix.

Fajita salad

Skip the tortillas and serve the chicken and peppers over chopped romaine with salsa, cheese, and a drizzle of sour cream or chipotle ranch. It’s a quick weeknight dinner that feels completely different from the wrapped version.

Low-carb / grain-free

Serve over cauliflower rice or in lettuce cups instead of tortillas.

A tortilla topped with sheet pan chicken fajitas, sliced red and yellow bell peppers, avocado, and a lime wedge sits on a white plate. A tray with more fajita ingredients and tortillas is visible in the background.

FAQs for Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Recipe

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breast?

Yes! Using chicken thighs will turn out so juicy and tender. Use whatever you have on hand. 

Can I use a different type of meat for this recipe?

Yes, you can substitute the chicken with beef, shrimp, or even tofu. Adjust the cooking time as needed to ensure the meat is cooked through.

How can I make this recipe spicier?

To add more heat, you can increase the amount of chili powder or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix. You can also serve with spicy salsa or hot sauce.

Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the seasoning mix and cut the vegetables and chicken in advance. Store them separately in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake.

A sheet pan of chicken strips, sliced yellow and red bell peppers, onions, fresh chopped herbs, and a lime wedge for garnish—these vibrant sheet pan chicken fajitas make for an easy, flavorful meal.

My Best Tips for Making Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

☞Marinate for Maximum Flavor: For even much flavor, marinate the chicken with the seasoning mix and olive oil for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.

☞Cut Everything the Same Size: Ensure the chicken and vegetables are cut into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.

☞Always Start with a Fully Preheated Oven: Make sure your oven is fully preheated to 400°F to help the vegetables caramelize and the chicken cook properly.

☞Don’t Skip the Warm Tortillas: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or in the oven wrapped in foil for a few minutes before serving for the best texture and taste.

What to Serve Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

You can serve fajitas on flour tortillas, wheat tortillas, or sweet potato cassava tortillas with pico de gallo, guacamole or over lettuce to create salad. Spanish rice and refried beans would be a great addition as well.

Storage & Reheating Tips

Refrigerator Storage

Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Keep the chicken and veggie mixture separate from the tortillas and toppings.

Freezer Storage

The cooked chicken and vegetables freeze well for up to 2 months. Let them cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Reheating

Warm in a skillet over medium heat for the best texture — it takes just a few minutes and helps the edges of the chicken and peppers get a little caramelized again. A microwave works in a pinch; just cover loosely and heat in 30-second intervals. If you prefer, you can also reheat on the stovetop for better control.

Make Ahead

Slice the chicken and vegetables and mix the dry spice blend up to 24 hours ahead. Store separately in the fridge and toss everything together right before roasting. Dinner will be on the table in under 30 minutes.

Three soft flour tortillas filled with seasoned sheet pan chicken fajitas, sliced bell peppers, red onions, melted cheese, guacamole, and sour cream, served on a white plate with toppings in the background.

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This sheet pan chicken fajita recipes is from my cookbook Family Dinner Made Easy: Fall Recipes and it’s so good! This book is 8 weeks of meal plans (5 dinners, 1 dessert, 1 snack per week with full shopping list) that are easy family friendly meals. It’s available in both digital and hardcover book form.

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2 Comments

  1. Roberta Preston says:

    5 stars
    Great easy recipe! I make it all the time! My family loves it😋

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  2. LisaG says:

    5 stars
    This is a great recipe! I was hesitant about not using the sizzling skillet method for fajitas, but this turned out delicious. I prepped the chicken, veggies and seasoning mix in advance so all I had to do at dinner time was toss everything together and bake. Everything was cooked perfectly after 20 minutes. This recipe is a keeper!

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