Name: Macro-Friendly Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: tex-mex
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced; 3 bell peppers, sliced; 1 large red onion, sliced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; juice of 1 lime; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; optional toppings: chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, lime wedges

Description

These sheet pan chicken fajitas are a quick, macro-friendly dinner featuring tender chicken and colorful vegetables roasted with a smoky spice blend. Ready in under 40 minutes, this recipe delivers bold Tex-Mex flavor with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced

3 bell peppers, sliced

1 large red onion, sliced

1 tablespoon olive oil

juice of 1 lime

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon oregano

optional toppings: chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, lime wedges

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.

2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and oregano.

3. Add sliced chicken, bell peppers, and onion to the bowl and toss until all pieces are evenly coated.

4. Spread the chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan, avoiding overcrowding.

5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender with charred edges.

6. Remove from oven, squeeze additional lime juice over the top, garnish with cilantro, and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: main course
Method: baked
Cuisine: tex-mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Fat: 10
Carbohydrates: 15
Protein: 38

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