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Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Lunch

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Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajitas are a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the fiesta right to your kitchen! Tender chicken strips are roasted with colorful bell peppers and red onions, all seasoned with zesty spices. Perfect for meal prep, entertaining, or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve it on warm tortillas topped with creamy sour cream or Greek yogurt and fresh cilantro for an unforgettable dining experience.

Ingredients

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  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortillas (flour or corn, for serving)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice chicken breasts into thin strips and season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
  3. Slice the bell peppers and red onion into quarter-inch strips.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, peppers, and onion. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice; toss to coat evenly.
  5. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender-crisp.
  7. Serve on warm tortillas topped with sour cream or Greek yogurt and sprinkle with cilantro if desired.

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Keywords: - For extra kick, add jalapeños or use smoked paprika instead of chili powder. - Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for different dietary preferences. - Make ahead by marinating chicken and chopping veggies up to a day in advance.

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