Easy Recipes for Weeknight Dinners: One-Pan Chicken Fajitas

Discover this easy recipe for weeknight dinners featuring delicious one-pan chicken fajitas. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, these fajitas are...

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken, bell peppers, onion, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until everything is well coated.
  3. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly on a large baking sheet.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, stirring halfway through.
  5. Remove from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  6. Serve the chicken fajitas with warm tortillas, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
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