Sheet Pan Fajita Bowl (Printable version)

Tender chicken and vibrant veggies roasted together for a flavorful, easy Tex-Mex style dish.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound 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 (optional)

→ Fajita Seasoning

05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

→ Base

15 - 2 cups cooked rice or cauliflower rice

→ Optional Toppings

16 - 1 avocado, sliced
17 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo
19 - 1/4 cup shredded cheese or dairy-free cheese
20 - 1/4 cup sour cream or dairy-free alternative
21 - Lime wedges

# Step-by-step guide:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Genuinely one pan means you're not drowning in dishes while everyone else is relaxing.
  • The vegetables caramelize in a way that makes you forget you're eating something healthy.
  • Totally customizable, so picky eaters and adventurous ones sit happy at the same table.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the pan or your vegetables steam instead of roasting, which I learned the hard way by making a soggy mess.
  • That halfway stir is not optional if you want even cooking and those golden, slightly charred edges.
03 -
  • Make extra because cold leftovers the next day become an even better lunch bowl without any effort at all.
  • If you forget to stir halfway through, don't panic—just give it an extra minute and let the bottom char more, which honestly tastes amazing.
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