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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Rice Bake


  • Author: Ellie
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A one-pan chicken fajita rice bake packed with colorful peppers, tender chicken, and Tex-Mex spices, all topped with melted cheese.


Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces

3 cups cooked white or brown rice

3 bell peppers, sliced (red, yellow, green)

1 medium red onion, sliced into wedges

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

1 lime, cut into wedges

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained (optional)

½ cup corn (optional)

1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)

1 tablespoon chili powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

¼ teaspoon dried oregano

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large rimmed sheet pan.

2. Mix all spices in a bowl to make fajita seasoning.

3. Place chicken, peppers, onion, and garlic on the pan. Drizzle with oil and seasoning. Toss well.

4. Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

5. Add rice and beans. Stir to combine. Top with cheese and bake 8 to 10 minutes more.

6. Squeeze fresh lime over top and garnish with cilantro. Serve warm.

Notes

Use cooked rice for best texture.

Add toppings like sour cream or guacamole.

Store leftovers up to 4 days in the fridge.

Freezes well for 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven-Baked
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 510mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: sheet pan chicken fajita rice bake, one pan chicken meal, easy dinner