Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Meal Prep: 1 Easy Recipe
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Create delicious and easy chicken fajitas for your weekly meals with this simple sheet pan recipe. It’s perfect for meal prepping and brings a taste of vibrant flavors to your week.
Author: Richard Langley
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Sheet Pan
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Diet: Gluten Free
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 -inch strips
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, cilantro, lime wedges
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine the chicken strips, sliced bell peppers, and sliced red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Pour the spice mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Toss everything together until well coated.
Spread the mixture in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Serve hot with your favorite fajita toppings.
Notes
For meal prepping, divide the cooked fajitas into individual containers once cooled.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
Calories: Approx. 350-400 (will vary based on toppings)
Sugar: Approx. 8-10g
Sodium: Approx. 300-500mg (will vary based on salt added)
Fat: Approx. 15-20g
Saturated Fat: Approx. 3-5g
Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10-15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 15-20g
Fiber: Approx. 4-6g
Protein: Approx. 35-40g
Cholesterol: Approx. 100-120mg