Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the ultimate solution for an easy, delicious dinner. Easy meals like this Tex-Mex favorite pack bold flavors with minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken, crisp bell peppers, and onions roast together on a single pan, creating a perfectly seasoned meal with almost no cleanup. Forget the hassle of multiple pots and pans; this simple, customizable dish is a stress-free way to satisfy your fajita cravings.
We love fajitas, and this one pan chicken fajita dinner is a staple recipe in our house, as are these slow cooker shredded steak fajitas. Often, I will make this one pan chicken fajita pasta or my chicken fajita rice skillet just to satisfy the carb lovers in the family. One pan or pot meals just make sense, and I love the easy clean up.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Fajitas are one of our favorites, and grilling or cooking them on the stove-top is the typical way to make them. But, baking chicken fajitas in the oven is effortless since you just toss all the ingredients on the baking pan and roast. The oven does the work and roasting the meat and vegetables gives them a slightly charred edge and a sweetness that is just so good.
I stopped using the store-bought packaged fajita spice blends and made my own blend. You probably already have all of the spices and herbs in your pantry. My homemade fajita seasoning allows me to control the salt and adjust the amounts of the other spices to suit our taste buds. A few family members like it SPICY, so I made a separate batch just for them.
Timesaving Tips and Variations
For those looking to add some variety and efficiency, here are a few ways to modify and simplify these sheet pan fajitas.
- To save time: In the morning or night before, prep the chicken and veggies, mix them together with spices, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
- For extra char, broil the fajitas for a few minutes at the end of cooking.
- Customize the seasoning, swap veggies, or adjust the spice to your liking.
- Vegetarian options, such as tofu or mushrooms, offer a plant-based alternative.
- Perfect for family meals or meal prep, it’s a stress-free way to enjoy homemade fajitas.
- Double or triple the recipe for feeding large families or to use in other meals like Chicken Fajita Quesadillas.
Simple tips like these will save you time and that means dinner is ready when you need it to be on the table.
Leftovers transform beautifully into fajita bowls, salads, or even breakfast burritos, extending the enjoyment of this delicious meal.
What to Serve with Fajitas?
While there are many options to serve with this dish, we love these recipes as toppers or sides.
- The Best Guacamole (serve with tortilla chips or add to your fajitas)
- Easy Homemade Refried Beans
- Quick Mexican Rice
- Fresh Homemade Salsa Recipe
- Mexican Street Corn
Of course, you can’t go wrong with a side salad or serving the chicken and vegetables over white rice.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe is loaded with lean protein and veggies, so you’re eating tasty and healthy at the same time. Food you can feel good about serving to your family.
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Recommended Tools to Make Sheet Pan Meals
When it comes to making sheet pan meals, having the right tools can make all the difference in terms of ease and efficiency. Here are a few essential items to help you create delicious, hassle-free dishes:
- Large Rimmed Sheet Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Tongs
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting Board
Having these tools on hand will make your sheet pan meal prep smoother, faster, and more enjoyable.
Ingredients for sheet pan chicken and vegetables
For this simple yet flavorful sheet pan recipe, you’ll need just a few ingredients that come together for a delicious meal.
I’ve listed the spice mix ingredients that you can use if you don’t have any of the homemade fajita seasoning on hand. If you do use the DIY mix, you will use between 4 – 5 tablespoons of the blend.
- chicken
- red bell pepper
- yellow bell pepper
- orange bell pepper
- red onion
- paprika
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- chili powder
- oregano
- cumin
- salt and pepper
- garlic
- olive oil
- tortilla shells (flour or corn)
Garnishes:
- avocado
- sour cream
- mozzarella cheese
- lime
- cilantro
How to Make Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the chicken. Add the minced garlic, sliced bell peppers, and onion, then mix everything until evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned chicken and veggies in a single layer on the sheet pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and browned. Check for doneness, as cooking times may vary. Remove from the oven.
Once the chicken fajitas are cooked, warm your tortillas (I prefer microwaving them wrapped in a paper towel). Fill them with the chicken and veggies, then top with lime juice, avocado, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, and cilantro.
Give your weeknights a flavor boost! Save this recipe to make soon. You’re going to want this one handy for those busy evenings.
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Equipment
- knife
Ingredients
- 2½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, and orange), sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ – 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 flour tortillas
- garnishes: sour cream, sliced avocadoes, shredded mozzarella cheese, lime juice, and cilantro
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375°F. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or coat with nonstick spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Mexican chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the chicken. Add the minced garlic, bell peppers, and onion, then mix everything until evenly coated with the spices and oil.NOTE: If you are using this homemade fajita seasoning, omit the seasonings above and use 4 – 5 tablespoons of this mix.
- Spread the chicken and veggies in a single layer to help them cook evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and browned. Check the chicken for doneness, as cooking times may vary.
- Once the chicken fajitas are ready, warm your tortillas according to the package instructions or your preference.
- Spoon the chicken and veggie mixture onto each tortilla. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Disclaimer
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2025 Alphabet Challenge – “F”
In creating this post, I am sharing it in the 2025 Alphabet Challenge, in which fellow foodies and I will share recipes with the letters of the alphabet. Every other week, we highlight a letter and the culinary wonders it inspires. Today is “F”, and I’m sharing a simple and one-pan meal recipe. Here is what the others are sharing.
- Jolene’s Recipe Journal: French Onion Soup
- A Messy Kitchen: Fennel, Tangerine & Olive Slaw
- A Day in the Life on the Farm: Roasted Vegetable Farro Bowl
- Culinary Cam: Fig Leaf-Wrapped Cheese
- Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck Survive Despite a Whiskered Accomplice: Sausage Meatballs with Vodka Fennel Sauce
- Karen’s Kitchen Stories: Fluffy Focaccia with Garlic Oil and Herbes de Provence
- Sneha’s Recipe: Firni/Phirni
- Food Lust People Love: Fish Sauce Roasted Chicken
- Mayuri’s Jikoni: Fattoush Salad
To see all the recipes I have shared so far in this challenge, go here. See all the recipes I shared last year, HERE.
Enjoy!
A perfect meal and great way to eat a rainbow.
Thanks! I just love the colors, too! The flavors hit the spot for when you’re wanting something spicy but not too spicy
The charredy bits are the best part! Your fajitas look wonderful, Lisa. So fresh and colorful!
I love the ease of sheet pan prep, especially for a recipe like this that usually brings to mind more dirty pans! Looks delicious and beautiful too.
This is the kind of weeknight meal I could totally get used to making! Sounds delicious and nice and easy to make!
Looks soooo good. Haven’t made fajitas in a long time. Like this sheet pan idea and the suggestion to use tofu or mushrooms. I’ll probably use both for a veggie version.
Lisa, this is a great idea! I love that it’s all done on a baking sheet.
I love one pan meal and this meal is so colorful!
Perfect timing because my freezer is overloaded with chicken! Seasoning mix sounds fantastic also, can’t wait to give this a try!
I thought I was the only one who had abundance of chicken!