The Best Fajitas I’ve Ever Made

Sheet Pan Fajitas

Thanks to this recipe, I don’t think I’ll ever order fajitas at a restaurant again!

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes

Cook Time: Varies by oven but 20-30 minutes

Serves 6-8

Ingredients

1 packet of Fajita or Taco Seasoning

3 bell peppers sliced

1 onion thinly sliced

1 zucchini thinly sliced (optional)

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders, sliced chicken breast or sliced steak

Juice of 1 lime, plus lime wedges, for serving

8 fajita-size flour tortillas, (preferably warm)

Serving suggestions: cheese, guacamole, hot sauce, salsa and sour cream.

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the broiler to high. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.

Put the peppers and onions on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the oil and season with half of the seasoning packet mixture and a pinch of salt if desired.

Broil until softened and starting to char, about 10-15 minutes but varies by oven.

Step 2

Meanwhile, if you’re using chicken breast or steak, cut the meat into 1/4-inch-thick slices.

Step 3

After the peppers are softened and starting to char, place the meat on top of the peppers and onions, sprinkle the remaining seasoning onto the meat. and toss. Return the baking sheet to the broiler until the meat is cooked through. Total cook time is about 30 minutes depending on your oven.

Step 4

Sprinkle cilantro over veggies and meat and drizzle with generous squeezes of fresh lime juice.