Ingredients:
– 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
– 3 medium bell peppers, sliced into strips
– 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
– 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for greasing
– 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
– 4 teaspoons chili powder
– 2 teaspoons kosher salt
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– 2 tablespoons lime juice (approximately the juice of 1 lime)
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheet:
– Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a large baking sheet with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray. Set it aside.
2. Prepare Fajita Mix:
– In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken, bell peppers, onions, olive oil, white wine vinegar, chili powder, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
– Toss the ingredients until evenly coated, ensuring the spices and seasonings cover everything uniformly.
3. Arrange on Baking Sheet:
– Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out into an even layer for uniform cooking.
4. Bake:
– Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked through.
5. Final Touches:
– Once done, drizzle the lime juice over the cooked fajita mixture and add chopped cilantro for an optional burst of freshness.
6. Serving:
– Serve the deliciously aromatic chicken fajitas immediately in warm corn or flour tortillas or alongside Mexican rice for a complete meal.
Enjoy the delightful flavors and vibrant colors of these sheet pan chicken fajitas—a hassle-free, savory dish perfect for any occasion!