Easy One-Pan Chicken Fajitas
This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal – it’s quick, easy, and only requires one pan for cleanup!
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced against the grain into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 red onion, sliced into wedges
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt, to taste
- Warm tortillas (flour or corn), for serving
- Your favorite fajita toppings (optional): shredded cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, avocado
Cooking Guide:
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet with olive oil or coat it with non-stick spray.
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In a bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Toss the chicken strips in the spice mixture until well coated.
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Spread the chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange the bell peppers and onions around the chicken.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
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While the fajitas are baking, chop the cilantro and squeeze the lime juice.
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Once cooked, remove the pan from the oven and toss the chicken and vegetables together. Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
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Serve immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite fajita toppings.
Tips:
- To save time on chopping, you can buy pre-sliced peppers and onions from the grocery store.
- If you don’t have smoked paprika, you can substitute with regular paprika.
- For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spice mixture.
- Leftover fajitas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
- You can also use this recipe with other proteins, such as shrimp, steak, or tofu. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the fajitas, such as zucchini, mushrooms, or broccoli.
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