Healthy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Healthy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas offer a vibrant and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With tender chicken breasts and colorful bell peppers roasted to perfection, this dish makes dinner both easy and enjoyable. The blend of spices creates an aromatic experience, making it a delightful addition to any gathering. Serve it with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a delicious family feast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Whole wheat or corn tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the chicken breasts and vegetables into strips.
- Season the chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, toss the sliced peppers and onion with remaining olive oil and spices until coated.
- Arrange seasoned chicken in the center of a parchment-lined sheet pan; surround with veggies.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and veggies are tender.
- Let sit for five minutes before slicing the chicken. Serve warm with tortillas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg