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Chicken fajita in a warm tortilla topped with avocado, salsa, and cilantro

Sheet Pan Fajitas

Juicy chicken, sweet bell peppers, and red onion roasted together on one pan with smoky fajita seasoning. Ready in 35 minutes with easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 (2 fajitas each)
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds 680 g boneless, skinless halal chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into ½-inch strips
  • 3 bell peppers, mixed colors, seeded and sliced
  • 1 large red onion, sliced into wedges
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small lard-free flour or corn tortillas
  • Sliced avocado , salsa, halal-friendly yogurt or sour cream, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges, for serving

Equipment

  • Large rimmed sheet pan (half sheet)
  • Parchment paper or foil
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Place a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, peppers, and onion. Add the olive oil, lime juice, and seasoning, and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared pan, leaving a little space between pieces.
  5. Roast for 18 to 22 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender with browned edges.
  6. For extra color, broil for 2 minutes, watching closely.
  7. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven.
  8. Serve the fajita mixture in tortillas with avocado, salsa, yogurt or sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges.