Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh lime wedges for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the chicken strips with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, toss the sliced bell peppers and onions with the remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetables on a large sheet pan in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is cooked and caramelized.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajitas and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with spices and lime juice 30 minutes before baking.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for juicier results.
- Serve with your preferred toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Healthy, Low Carb, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fajita platter (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg