Best 6 Chicken And Veggie Sheet Pan Fajitas Recipes

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Fajitas are a classic Tex-Mex dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. This recipe for chicken and veggie sheet pan fajitas is especially convenient, as it requires minimal prep and cleanup. Simply toss the chicken, vegetables, and fajita seasoning on a sheet pan and bake until cooked through. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as tortillas, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

This recipe also includes instructions for making a vegetarian version of the fajitas, using tofu or tempeh instead of chicken. And for those who want a little more spice, there is a recipe for a spicy fajita seasoning blend. With so many options to choose from, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

## Additional recipes

* Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
* Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
* Sheet Pan Veggie Fajitas
* Sheet Pan Fajita Nachos
* Sheet Pan Fajita Quesadillas
* Sheet Pan Fajita Salad
* Sheet Pan Fajita Soup

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and easy sheet pan fajitas!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SHEET PAN CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Quick and easy way to prepare homemade, flavorful fajitas for a crowd!

Provided by themoodyfoodie

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
1 ½ pounds chicken tenders, quartered
4 cups sliced bell peppers, any color
1 onion, sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Combine vegetable oil, chili powder, oregano, garlic, onion, cumin, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken tenders, bell peppers, and onion; shake to mix.
  • Marinate chicken mixture in the refrigerator, 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed sheet pan with aluminum foil.
  • Spread chicken mixture onto prepared pan.
  • Roast in the preheated oven, stirring halfway through, until chicken is no longer pink and bell peppers soften, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cilantro and pour lime juice over chicken mixture; toss to distribute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 197.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SHEET PAN CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Whether you're having a crazy week and need a simple and easy supper idea, or you just don't feel like making a huge mess in the kitchen, this recipe

Categories     main dish     side dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

FOR THE FAJITA SEASONING:
2 tsp. Onion Powder
1 tsp. Garlic Powder
1 tsp. Cumin
1/2 tsp. Oregano
1/2 tsp. Paprika
1/2 tsp. Black Pepper
3/4 tsp. Salt
FOR THE CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES:
2 Large Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 Medium Red Onion, Thinly Sliced
1 Red Bell Pepper, Sliced
1 Green Bell Pepper, Sliced
Tortillas, Sour Cream, Avocado, Cilantro, And Lime, For Serving (optional)

Steps:

  • For the fajita seasoning:In a small bowl, whisk together all of the fajita seasoning ingredients.For the chicken and vegetables:Preheat oven to 425°F. Season both sides of chicken breasts with fajita seasoning. Set aside.Arrange onion and peppers evenly on a rimmed sheet pan. Place seasoned chicken on top. Bake until chicken is cooked through and registers 165°F in the largest part, about 22-30 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate and rest for 10 minutes. If veggies aren't cooked enough for your liking, you can bake them more while the chicken rests.Slice chicken and serve with veggies. You can also serve with tortillas, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

SHEET PAN CHICKEN FAJITAS



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These protein-packed fajitas cleverly use a foil-lined baking sheet and broiler to make a quick and healthy weeknight meal with easy clean up.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon chili powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound baby bell peppers (12 to 15 peppers), halved, stemmed and seeded
1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
Juice of 1 lime, plus lime wedges, for serving
8 fajita-size flour tortillas, warmed
Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, guacamole, hot sauce, salsa and sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Combine the chili powder, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Put the peppers and onions on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the oil and season with half the chili powder mixture. Broil until softened and starting to char, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut the chicken into 1/4-inch-thick slices and toss in a large bowl with the remaining chile powder mixture and 1 tablespoon oil.
  • After the peppers are softened and starting to char, about 10 minutes, scatter the chicken on top of the peppers and onions and return the baking sheet to the broiler until the chicken is cooked through and starting to brown, about 5 minutes more. Drizzle with the lime juice.
  • Serve with the warmed tortillas, Monterey Jack cheese, guacamole, hot sauce, salsa, sour cream and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 17 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 125 milligrams, Sodium 1100 milligrams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 6 grams

SHEET PAN CHICKEN FAJITAS



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SHEET PAN DINNER! The quickest meal you can make with amazingly tender chicken + crisp-tender veggies with the easiest clean-up!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
1 orange bell pepper, cut into strips
1 red onion, cut into wedges
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
6 (8-inch) flour or corn tortillas, warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt and 1 1/4 teaspoons pepper. Place chicken, bell peppers, onion and garlic in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Stir in olive oil and chili powder mixture; gently toss to combine. Place into oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is completely cooked through and the vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Serve immediately with tortillas.

CHICKEN VEGGIE FAJITAS



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Our family loves the spicy flavor of these fajitas. I also appreciate the fact that they're fast to fix. -Eleanor Martens, Rosenort, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 each medium green, sweet red and yellow pepper, julienned
4 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Place chicken and vegetables in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with 1/4 cup lemon juice mixture. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 4 minutes. , Turn chicken and vegetables; drizzle with remaining lemon juice mixture. Broil 4 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear. Serve on tortillas, with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic exchanges

ROASTED CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES SHEET-PAN DINNER (COOKING FOR 2)



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This delicious roasted chicken and veggie dinner comes together quickly, is guaranteed to please and proves that you don't need to feed a crowd to enjoy a sheet-pan supper.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium unpeeled russet potato, cut in 1-inch pieces
1 cup cauliflower florets
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 cup large broccoli florets
2 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
2 teaspoons Montreal chicken grill seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix potatoes, cauliflower, melted butter and red pepper; pour into pan. Roast 20 minutes.
  • Stir broccoli into potato mixture in pan. Rub chicken thighs with grill seasoning. Place skin side up in pan. Roast 25 to 30 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (at least 165°F) and vegetables are tender. Top with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will not only add flavor and color to your fajitas, but it will also ensure that you're getting a variety of nutrients.
  • Don't overcrowd the sheet pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the vegetables will not cook evenly and will become soggy.
  • Flip the vegetables halfway through cooking. This will help them to cook evenly.
  • Use a high oven temperature. This will help to quickly cook the vegetables and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Serve the fajitas immediately. This will help to keep them warm and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Chicken and veggie sheet pan fajitas are a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and nutritious meal on the table in no time.

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