Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Chicken Fajitas with Roasted Peppers and Onions
Juicy chicken strips and colorful bell peppers roasted on a single sheet pan with bold Tex-Mex seasonings for an easy, flavorful meal. This mexican-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breast, sliced into strips, large red bell pepper, sliced, large green bell pepper, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, combine 1.5 lb sliced chicken breast, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced green bell pepper, and 1 medium sliced yellow onion.
- Step 2: Drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil over the chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle evenly with 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together until well coated.
- Step 3: Spread the mixture into a single layer and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with slightly charred edges.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and drizzle with 1 tbsp fresh lime juice. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving with warm tortillas or over rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Chicken Fajitas with Roasted Peppers and Onions take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Chicken Fajitas with Roasted Peppers and Onions?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large red bell pepper, sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Chicken Fajitas with Roasted Peppers and Onions?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Chicken Fajitas with Roasted Peppers and Onions for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Tex-Mex Chicken Fajitas with Roasted Peppers and Onions?
Mexican chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.