Sheet Pan Fajitas
Amy
- January 3, 2025
Chicken Sheet Pan Fajitas – The Easiest Dinner Ever!
If you’re looking for a dinner idea that’s as easy as it is delicious, you’ve got to try chicken sheet pan fajitas. This recipe is a total lifesaver on busy weeknights—everything goes onto one pan, bakes in the oven, and comes out perfectly cooked. Plus, it’s budget-friendly, packed with flavor, and super versatile. What’s not to love?
Sheet pan meals are the ultimate hack for anyone who’s short on time but still wants a healthy, home-cooked meal. These fajitas take the guesswork out of dinner prep—juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions all cook together on one pan with a zesty fajita seasoning. The best part? Cleanup is a breeze, leaving you with more time to relax after dinner.
Here are a few reasons why this dish is a go-to in my kitchen:
- It’s Frugal: The ingredients are affordable and can be easily swapped for whatever you have on hand.
- It’s Healthy: Packed with protein and veggies, this dish is as nutritious as it is tasty.
- It’s Quick: Prep takes minutes, and the oven does all the work.
- It’s Versatile: Serve it with tortillas, over rice, or even as a low-carb lettuce wrap.
Featured in Our Sheet Pan Dinner Video!
Chicken sheet pan fajitas are one of the star recipes featured in my latest YouTube video, Sheet Pan Dinners – The One-Pan Wonder Recipes: Easy Meals for Busy Nights. If you love easy, frugal meals, this video is for you! I’ll walk you through the steps for these fajitas along with a couple of other simple sheet pan dinners you’ll want to add to your weekly rotation.
[Watch the video below to see the magic of sheet pan dinners in action!]
Pro Tips for Perfect Fajitas
- Marinate for More Flavor: If you have extra time, marinate the chicken in your favorite fajita seasoning and lime juice for a flavor boost.
- Go Big on Veggies: Don’t skimp on the bell peppers and onions—they add sweetness and texture to every bite.
- Customize Your Sides: These fajitas are perfect with tortillas, but they’re also delicious over rice, with beans, or even on top of a salad.
Try It Tonight!
Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just yourself, chicken sheet pan fajitas are a simple, no-fail dinner you’ll come back to again and again. Don’t forget to check out the video for step-by-step instructions and more sheet pan dinner inspiration!
Have you tried this recipe or another favorite sheet pan dinner? Let me know in the comments—I’d love to hear your thoughts!
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Sheet Pan Fajitas
Recipe by AmyCourse: MainCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: EasyThis easy, budget-friendly recipe brings all the vibrant flavors of fajitas to your oven with minimal effort! Juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions are seasoned with a zesty fajita spice blend and roasted to perfection on one pan. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, these fajitas are healthy, delicious, and incredibly simple to make. Serve with warm tortillas, rice, or keep it low-carb with a lettuce wrap!
Ingredients
1.5 pounds chicken tenders or breasts
1 packet taco seasoning
1 onion sliced
3 bell peppers, sliced (any color)
Tortillas, sour cream, salsa
Directions
- Cover sheet pan with foil (for easy clean up)
- Evenly distribute onions and peppers over the pan
- Place chicken on top of the vegetables
- Sprinkle one packet of taco seasoning over the top of all.
- Bake at 375 F for 20-30 minutes, or until chicken is throughly cooked through
- Serve with your favorite fajitas toppings.