Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

  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!

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