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Flavorful Chicken Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner: 1 amazing meal

Chicken Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner

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Enjoy a delicious and easy Chicken Fajita Sheet Pan Dinner. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, bringing the vibrant flavors of fajitas straight to your plate with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: tortillas, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the bowl with the chicken. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss everything together to coat evenly.
  4. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Serve hot with your favorite fajita toppings and tortillas.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini.
  • For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajitas before serving.

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