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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe with Zesty Lime Crema

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A quick and easy sheet pan chicken fajitas recipe featuring smoky spices, roasted veggies, and a tangy lime crema, perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 3 medium bell peppers (mixed colors: red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 8–10 flour or corn tortillas

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips about 1/2 inch wide and place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Core, seed, and slice the bell peppers into strips similar in size to the chicken. Peel and slice the onion into similar strips. Add to the bowl with the chicken.
  4. Add olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and fresh lime juice to the bowl. Toss everything together until well coated.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly on a large rimmed sheet pan in a single layer with some space between pieces.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the chicken and vegetables halfway through (around 12 minutes). Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. While roasting, prepare the lime crema by mixing sour cream, chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
  8. Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in foil and placing in the oven for the last 5 minutes of cooking or warming individually in a skillet for about 1 minute per side.
  9. Remove the chicken and veggies from the oven once roasted and slightly charred. Let rest for a couple of minutes.
  10. Serve hot with warm tortillas and a generous drizzle of lime crema. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming; flip halfway through roasting for even browning. The lime crema tastes better after chilling for 15-20 minutes. Use smoked paprika for best flavor or substitute with chipotle powder. For dairy-free crema, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or coconut cream. Chicken thighs can be used but adjust cooking time to 25-30 minutes. Warm tortillas in the oven or skillet before serving.

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