Recipe: Roasted Chicken Fajitas

Last updated: March 22, 2023, at 4:58 a.m. PT

Originally published: October 12, 2020, at 3:34 p.m. PT

chicken fajitas

This simple and delicious dinner is always a crowd pleaser!

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 teaspoons each – chili powder, cumin and dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¾ teaspoon each, salt and pepper
  • 1-pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
  • 3 bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges with root intact
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • ½ lime
  • Corn or flour tortillas, warmed 
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Plain Greek yogurt, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Mix spices, salt and pepper in a small bowl. 
  4. Scatter the chicken, bell peppers and onion on your prepared baking sheet. 
  5. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with spice mixture. 
  6. Toss to coat everything evenly with oil and spices. 
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are crisp tender. 
  8. Remove from oven and sprinkle with cilantro and lime juice.
  9. Serve in warm tortillas topped with avocado and yogurt. 
     
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