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Sheet Pan Smoky Chicken Fajitas

This sheet pan fajita recipe features sliced chicken and colorful peppers roasted with smoky sweet paprika, resulting in caramelized edges and tender meat. The dish is baked in a single pan, offering a flavorful and visually appealing meal with a crispy, slightly charred exterior and a juicy interior.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs sliced into thin strips
  • 3 bell peppers mixed colorful bell peppers sliced into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika adds smoky flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken with a tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat all the pieces evenly, ensuring the spices stick to the meat.
  3. Add sliced peppers to the bowl with the remaining olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss gently until the peppers are coated with oil and spices.
  4. Spread the seasoned chicken and peppers in a single even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Try to keep the ingredients from overlapping too much for even roasting.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for about 20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned, and the peppers are caramelized around the edges. Shake the pan halfway through to promote even cooking.
  6. Remove the sheet from the oven and let the fajitas rest for a couple of minutes. The aroma of smoky spices will fill the kitchen as the ingredients finish caramelizing.
  7. Serve the smoky chicken and peppers hot directly from the sheet pan, with warm tortillas, salsa, or your favorite toppings. The mixture should be crispy at the edges with tender, juicy meat in the center.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro or squeeze lime juice over the finished fajitas before serving.