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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

With succulent chicken nestled around vibrant, caramelized vegetables, these Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are an all-in-one meal.

Succulent Chicken Fajitas on One Pan: Quick, Easy, and Flavorful

Craving a delicious, quick dinner? These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas have you covered! Tender chicken and caramelized vegetables come together in one easy meal. Pop it in the oven, and you’ve got a flavorful dinner in less than 30 minutes!

A quick, easy, foolproof chicken fajita recipe

For years, I (Kalie) avoided making fajitas, thinking they were too time-consuming. However, one evening, a craving for chicken fajitas couldn’t be ignored. So, I decided to create this quick and simple recipe.

As a busy wife and mom of two, this has quickly become one of my all-time favorite sheet pan recipes. It perfectly combines tender chicken with vibrant summer vegetables. Plus, it’s not only easy to make but also requires minimal cleanup. Best of all, the leftovers are perfect for repurposing into new meals.

Trust us—once you try these Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas, they’ll definitely become a go-to meal in your weeknight dinner rotation.

FfL-friendly, real-food ingredients

Have you checked the ingredients in store-bought fajita seasoning? Unfortunately, most are packed with preservatives, artificial flavors, processed sugars, and way too much sodium. Yuck!

Instead, this recipe uses a simple homemade spice blend made from staple seasonings you probably already have. Not only is it more affordable, but it’s also free from all those processed ingredients. What’s more, it’s so flavorful that we even use it to make vegan chickpea fajitas!

Can I use other meats?

Absolutely! Feel free to swap the chicken for shrimp, thinly sliced steak, or even chickpeas for a tasty vegan option. This recipe is versatile and works with whatever protein you prefer!

Top tips for prepping ahead (perfect on your food prep day or the night before):

Pre-chopping or cutting ingredients in advance can make busy weekdays much easier. We know, we know – we talk about meal prep a lot. But honestly, it’s the secret to healthier, stress-free eating!

Here’s how to get ahead:

  • Prep the Veggies: Wash and chop bell peppers and onions. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for easy access.
  • Prepare the Chicken: Cube or slice the chicken and keep it in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the fridge.
  • Mix the Spices: Combine dry ingredients like garlic powder, chili powder, salt, paprika, pepper, and cumin in an airtight container. Keep it on the counter or in the fridge.

When it’s time for dinner, simply toss everything together in a bowl, spread it on a sheet pan, and bake! Easy and stress-free!

Make a double batch for easy weeknight meals

We recommend prepping a double batch of this fajita recipe. You can use it for multiple meals throughout the week or freeze it for later. It’s a simple way to embrace the “cook once, eat twice” method by transforming leftovers into new, exciting dishes.

This fajita recipe isn’t just quick to make—it’s also freezer-friendly. While you’ve got everything out and the dishes are dirty, why not make extra? Freezing it will save you time during busy workweeks.

Once your fajitas have cooled completely, store them in a gallon-size freezer bag or airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat, just thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm up!

Pro Tip: Use your leftover fajitas in a variety of meals throughout the week. Mix and match them with other ingredients to create fresh, new meals (check out the ideas further down the page)!

Storing leftovers

This dish actually tastes just as good, if not better, after sitting in the fridge for a day or two. In fact, you’ll be eagerly anticipating the leftovers the next day!

To Store: First, place leftovers in an airtight container. Then, store them in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days, ensuring they stay fresh.

To Freeze: Alternatively, for longer storage, transfer leftovers to a freezer-safe container. By freezing them, you can keep them fresh for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them again, simply thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm up for a quick meal.

Some toppings that pair well with these fajitas

We like to keep our chicken fajitas really simple with just a squeeze of lime, slices of avocado, maybe some fresh pico de gallo and a small dollop of Greek yogurt, but there are so many other ingredients you can top your chicken fajitas with.

  • Limes
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Shredded red cabbage
  • Sliced avocado, guacamole or Mashed Avocado Spread
  • Finely chopped jalapeños or pickled jalapeños
  • Grilled pineapple
  • Cilantro
  • Cotija or queso fresco cheese
  • Greek yogurt (a wonderful substitute for sour cream)
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Hot sauce
  • Beans (black or pinto)

Ways to serve or “reinvent” your Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

When you want a light and healthy meal, this chicken and veggie combo hits the spot. If you’re looking to beef it up a bit, here are a few ways to do it.

  • Pair it with a side of cooked quinoa, barley, brown or wild rice.
  • Serve it on a salad.
  • Wrap it in your favorite FfL-friendly tortilla shell, along with some fire-roasted salsa, avocado slices and Greek yogurt (or sour cream). (If you have some extra time and want to make homemade tortillas, this tried-and-true Whole-Grain Corn Tortillas (authentic Mexican recipe) is our favorite. They’re freezer-friendly, so make a double batch for future meals!)
  • Make fajita bowls. Place rice on the bottom and layer with fajita mixture, black beans, a spoonful of Greek yogurt (or sour cream), pico de gallo, shredded lettuce and any other favorite taco-inspired toppings.
  • Grab a handful of baby spinach, put it in a bowl, wilt the spinach for 20 seconds in the microwave, add fajita mixture, beans, pickled jalapeño, guacamole and a tiny bit of cheese (cotija, queso fresco or Colby Jack).
  • In a grain bowl: Bowls are literally one of the BEST ways to mix and match leftovers! In a bowl, layer chicken, veggies and any other fun leftovers you have in the fridge that will compliment the other flavors. Get creative—possibly some wilted spinach, leftover Sweet Potato Home Fries and a few slices of avocado?

Tips

  • Time-saving: If you’re tight on time, use chicken tenders rather than breasts. You can cut them into fajita-size strips (slice each tender into 2-3 strips), rather than cutting breasts into cubes.
  • Time-saving: These herb shears are an amazing way to minimize chopping. They save so much time in the kitchen and are something we would highly recommend if you frequently use fresh herbs in your meals.
  • Pro tip: The difference in taste between fresh and bottled juice is monumental. Our secret to lime squeezing success… we use a citrus squeezer. We like to think we’re semi-strong gals, but to be completely honest, squeezing limes hurts our hands. Citrus squeezers don’t cost much and they make life so much easier. They also extract twice as much juice. This Bellemain Citrus Squeezer is the one we keep on hand and has been a saving grace when extracting freshly squeezed citrus juice.
  • Easily customizable: If you frequent FfL, you know that we’re all about modifying recipes to suit your flavor preferences and needs. This recipe is extremely versatile. You can switch up the veggies to suit you and your family’s tastes or you can use up whatever veggies you have in the fridge. Just make sure to choose veggies with a similar cook time or account for the difference.
  • Heat: If your family loves a little kick like ours does, add ¼ teaspoon of cayenne for a little zing of heat.
  • Serving: Set all your toppings out buffet-style.

The easiest, best chicken fajitas ever, right?

If you make this Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe, we would love to hear how it turned out! Leave a comment below sharing what your friends and family thought of it. We love hearing from you and your ideas inspire us all! Don’t forget to tag @fullforlifegal on Instagram so we can admire your masterpiece! 🌟

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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas


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With succulent chicken nestled around vibrant, caramelized vegetables, these Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are an all-in-one meal. Just give it a pop in the oven and you’ve got one flavorful dinner ready to serve in less than 30 minutes!


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Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss all ingredients together. Let them marinade for 30 minutes at room temperature, or cover it and place it in the refrigerator for up to 6 hours. If you don’t have time to allow the mixture to marinate, that’s okay—they’ll still taste great!
  2. While your mixture is marinating, preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease one large or two medium non-stick sheet pans and set aside (about ½ teaspoon per pan).
  3. Evenly spread fajita mixture on pans, careful not to overcrowd. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked and the peppers are tender.
  4. For a charred finish, broil your fajita mixture for 3 minutes. We recommend only broiling what you plan on eating during that meal so your leftovers don’t dry out.
  5. Serve the fajita mixture as-is or with warm tortillas and toppings of your choice.

Notes

Always check for FfL-friendly ingredients.

We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 18 min
  • Category: Recipes
  • Method: Prep Now, Cook Later, Sheet Pan, Too Easy, 30 Minute Meals
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4 Comments

  1. Rondine Miller

    This is one of my favorites! So good!


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  2. Rondine

    Made these tonight for the first time, BEST FAJITAS EVER!! I can TRULY taste the difference. I used an Ezekiel wrap, a little bit of cheese, fresh salsa and lettuce! DELICIOUS!!


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    • Kalie

      We are so happy to hear that you loved them! Ezekiel wraps are so tasty and use really great real-food ingredients. What a perfect way to compliment the chicken and veggies!!


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  3. Dave

    Delicious and easy recipe! Highly recommend!!


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