Sheet Pan Fajita Bowl (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and roasted fajita vegetables served over rice or cauliflower rice for a flavorful, easy meal.

# List of Ingredients:

→ 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

# How-To 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 mixture over chicken and vegetables, then toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread 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 chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with slight charring.
06 - While fajita mixture roasts, prepare rice or cauliflower rice according to package directions.
07 - Divide cooked rice or cauliflower rice among four bowls. Top each with roasted chicken and fajita vegetables.
08 - Add desired optional toppings and squeeze of lime juice before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's genuinely a one-pan meal where everything cooks together, so cleanup is almost nothing and your stovetop stays empty.
  • The chicken stays incredibly tender while the vegetables get these perfect charred edges that taste far better than anything pan-fried.
  • You get to customize your bowl based on what's in your fridge, making it feel different every time you make it.
02 -
  • If your vegetables are crowded on the pan, they'll steam instead of roast and you'll lose those incredible charred flavors, so don't overcrowd it even if it means using two sheets.
  • Stirring halfway through isn't optional if you want even cooking, the first time I skipped it the bottom layer got burnt while the top stayed soft.
03 -
  • Pat your chicken dry with paper towels before coating it, because any moisture will create steam instead of that beautiful golden sear you're after.
  • The cayenne pepper is optional but adds a gentle heat that doesn't overwhelm, so start with a pinch and add more next time if you like spice.
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