Sheet Pan Fajita Bowl (Printable)

Tender spiced chicken and roasted vegetables over rice, all cooked on one sheet pan for an effortless dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into thin strips

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
03 - 1 large red onion, sliced
04 - 1 zucchini, sliced

→ Fajita Seasoning

05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
10 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
11 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
12 - ½ teaspoon salt
13 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
14 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

→ Base

15 - 2 cups cooked rice or cauliflower rice

→ Optional Toppings

16 - 1 avocado, sliced
17 - ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
19 - ¼ cup shredded cheese or dairy-free cheese
20 - ¼ cup sour cream or dairy-free alternative
21 - Lime wedges

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine chicken strips, sliced bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and all fajita seasoning ingredients. Pour over chicken and vegetables, then toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread coated chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with slight char.
06 - While fajita mixture roasts, prepare rice or cauliflower rice according to package instructions.
07 - Divide cooked rice or cauliflower rice among four serving bowls. Top each with roasted chicken and fajita vegetables.
08 - Add desired optional toppings and squeeze of fresh lime juice to each bowl before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 40 minutes for a stress-free dinner.
  • One-pan cooking means minimal cleanup.
  • Naturally gluten-free when served with cauliflower rice.
  • Rich Tex-Mex flavors from a perfect blend of spices.
02 -
  • Ensure every piece of chicken and vegetable is thoroughly coated in the spice blend for maximum flavor.
  • Check the chicken temperature to ensure it reaches 74°C (165°F) for safety.
  • Stir the tray halfway through the roasting time to get an even char on all sides.
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