Description
Bring bold flavor to your table with these Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas with Cilantro and Lime—a perfect easy dinner packed with juicy chicken, roasted peppers, and zesty citrus. This quick recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or even fun dinner ideas with family. With minimal cleanup and vibrant ingredients, it’s one of those food ideas you’ll come back to again and again. Whether you’re looking for a healthy snack-style meal or a satisfying dinner, this easy recipe delivers fresh, colorful, and irresistible results.
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
3 bell peppers sliced
1 large red onion sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil for vegetables
8 to 10 small tortillas
1 avocado sliced
1/2 cup shredded cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
1 lime cut into wedges
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large sheet pan with parchment paper or light oil.
2. Slice chicken into thin strips and cut vegetables into even slices.
3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, and all spices to create a marinade.
4. Toss chicken in the marinade until fully coated and let sit for 15–30 minutes if possible.
5. In another bowl, toss peppers and onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
6. Spread chicken and vegetables evenly on the sheet pan in a single layer.
7. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chicken is cooked and vegetables are tender.
8. Broil for 3–5 minutes for slightly charred edges if desired.
9. Warm tortillas in a skillet or oven.
10. Serve chicken and vegetables in tortillas and top with avocado, cheese, cilantro, and lime juice.
Notes
Slice all ingredients evenly to ensure consistent cooking and texture.
Avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve proper roasting instead of steaming.
Add fresh cilantro and lime juice at the end for the best flavor and brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg