These Healthy Chicken Sheet Pan Fajitas are my new favorite super easy to make dinner that’s also perfect for meal prepping!
There are definitely a few ways to make fajitas, but my latest sheet-pan version is just the quickest, easiest method I’ve ever done! I usually grill them during the summer months to keep the mess outside. But when I don’t feel like grilling during a blizzard or when it’s -30ºF outside, I’ve always sautéed them on the stove top.
And while I’m here to tell you that’s pretty tasty, it’s also very messy, too! So it finally occurred to me to try a sheet-pan version to make things easier. Of course, the cleanup was an absolute breeze as well.
Cooking fajitas on the stovetop or on the grill gives you a bit more seared flavor. But with an extra-hot oven temperature and a quick broil at the end, the sheet-pan version comes pretty close. As you can see in the photos, you still have some nice caramelized edges on the veggies, which is essential for flavor.
Let’s make these Healthy Chicken Sheet Pan Fajitas step by step
Step 1: Start by prepping all of the ingredients. Cut the bell peppers into strips and the onions into half-moon slices.
Step 2: Then mix the spices with the avocado oil . You can also use my Fajita Seasoning , 2 tbsp is perfect for this recipe.
Step 3: Place the chicken and veggies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then drizzle the sauce mixture over the top and toss to combine.
Step 4: Next, roast until the chicken is almost done and the veggies have some caramelized edges.
What to serve with these fajitas
- Tortillas of your choice or lettuce wraps. We’ve been using the Siete grain-free tortillas, and so far our favorite is the almond flour one.
- Or pile these over my Cilantro Lime Rice for a fajita bowl.
- Sliced ripe avocados for simplicity, or The Best Guacamole if you have an extra 10 minutes.
- Fresh Pico de Gallo in the summer months or my Easy Blender Fire Roasted Salsa when tomatoes aren’t in season. Or try my Mango Salsa for a sweet-savory combo!
- Lime wedges and freshly chopped cilantro.
- Sour cream or a drizzle of my Instant Pot Paleo Queso.
The other thing I like to do with any taco/fajita/burrito-type meal is to forego any tortilla. Instead, we’ll just pile all the goodies into a bowl with either roasted sweet potatoes or freshly steamed rice.
I hope you’ll enjoy having a new extra-easy dinner to put into your weeknight rotation! If you do make these fajitas, I hope you’ll leave me a comment/rating below. And I always love hearing from you here. Or over on Instagram where you can tag me at #getinspiredeveryday with your photos.
INGREDIENTS1x2x3x
- 2 bell peppers - color(s) of your choice, 1 pound
- 1 red onion - 12 ounces
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs - 4-5
Spice Mixture:
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chipotle powder - for mild
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sea salt - or to your taste
- 2 cloves garlic - minced
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
Serve with any or all below:
- Tortillas - lettuce wraps, steamed rice, or cauliflower rice
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Easy Blender Fire Roasted Salsa
- Lime wedges and cilantro
- Sour cream or my Instant Pot Paleo Queso
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 450ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut out the stems from the peppers, slice them in half, and remove the seeds. Then slice each half into 1/2" strips and set aside.
- Cut both ends from the onion and peel away the tough outer layer. Slice the onion in half from the top to the bottom. Then lay each half flat side down on the cutting board and cut across the rounded top into 1/4" thick half-moon slices.
- Place both the peppers and onions onto the lined baking sheet. Then cut the chicken thighs into 2" pieces and add them to the baking sheet as well. Evenly distribute the chicken and veggies on the baking sheet.
- Next, mix all the spices with the salt. Then add the garlic and avocado oil and stir to combine.
- Drizzle the spice mixture over the chicken and veggies, and toss to combine.
- Bake in the oven until the chicken is almost done, and the veggies are beginning to brown, about 10-15 minutes.
- Turn the oven up to broil on high for another 3-5 minutes. Watch carefully during this time to make sure nothing burns.
- When the chicken is done, and the veggies have browned edges, remove the pan from the oven and serve with your choice of sides.
NOTES
nutrition facts
Healthy Chicken Sheet Pan Fajitas
Ingredients
- 2 bell peppers color(s) of your choice, 1 pound
- 1 red onion 12 ounces
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs 4-5
Spice Mixture:
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chipotle powder for mild
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sea salt or to your taste
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
Serve with any or all below:
- Tortillas lettuce wraps, steamed rice, or cauliflower rice
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Easy Blender Fire Roasted Salsa
- Lime wedges and cilantro
- Sour cream or my Instant Pot Paleo Queso
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut out the stems from the peppers, slice them in half, and remove the seeds. Then slice each half into 1/2" strips and set aside.
- Cut both ends from the onion and peel away the tough outer layer. Slice the onion in half from the top to the bottom. Then lay each half flat side down on the cutting board and cut across the rounded top into 1/4" thick half-moon slices.
- Place both the peppers and onions onto the lined baking sheet. Then cut the chicken thighs into 2" pieces and add them to the baking sheet as well. Evenly distribute the chicken and veggies on the baking sheet.
- Next, mix all the spices with the salt. Then add the garlic and avocado oil and stir to combine.
- Drizzle the spice mixture over the chicken and veggies, and toss to combine.
- Bake in the oven until the chicken is almost done, and the veggies are beginning to brown, about 10-15 minutes.
- Turn the oven up to broil on high for another 3-5 minutes. Watch carefully during this time to make sure nothing burns.
- When the chicken is done, and the veggies have browned edges, remove the pan from the oven and serve with your choice of sides.
Notes
Nutrition
The recipe Healthy Chicken Sheet Pan Fajitas appeared first on Get Inspired Everyday! on March 2, 2020
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