HealthyConnections Cooking Demonstration - Sheet Pan Fajitas
SHEET PAN FAJITAS
Nutrition Benefits: Sheet Pan Fajitas can be a quick, lower carbohydrate dinner. Bell peppers are a great source of Vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful nutrient that reduces inflammation and helps keep your immune system strong.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/4 recipe
Calories: 304
Carbohydrates: 12 g
Fat: 12 g
Protein: 36 g
Fiber: 5 g
$3.23 per serving
Ingredients
• 2 tsp. chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2" strips
• 3 red and yellow bell peppers, thinly sliced
• 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp. avocado oil
• Juice of 2 limes
FOR TOPPING
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425° and grease a large, rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk together spices.
2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, bell peppers, onions, avocado oil, and lime juice. Add spice mix and toss until completely coated. Spread fajita mixture in an even layer onto prepared baking sheet.
3. Bake until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
4. Divide mixture among four resealable containers and store in the fridge until ready to eat.
5. Serve topped with avocado and tomatoes.