Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into strips
- 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fajita seasoning (or mix: 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp oregano, salt & pepper)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Optional: 1 jalapeño, sliced
For serving:
- Warm flour or corn tortillas
- Guacamole or sliced avocado
- Sour cream or Mexican crema
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Season: In a bowl, toss chicken, peppers, and onion with olive oil, fajita seasoning, and lime juice until evenly coated.
- Roast: Spread mixture in a single layer on sheet pan. Roast 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway, until chicken is cooked through (165°F) and veggies are tender-crisp with charred edges.
- Finish: Squeeze extra lime juice over top.
- Serve hot with tortillas and toppings of choice!
💡 Pro Tips:
– For extra char, broil 1–2 minutes at the end (watch closely!).
– Add sliced mushrooms or zucchini for more veggie variety.
– Make it ahead: Chop and marinate ingredients up to 1 day in advance.
Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving, serves 4):
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 25 min | Total Time: 35 min
Servings: 4 | Calories: 280 | Net Carbs: 12g | Fats: 12g | Protein: 32g
Servings: 4 | Calories: 280 | Net Carbs: 12g | Fats: 12g | Protein: 32g