Sheet Pan Fajitas
ten minutes to get dinner on the table
There are dinners that feel like a whole production… and then there are dinners like this.
This is my go-to when I want something that tastes fresh and satisfying but requires almost no mental energy to pull together. It’s gluten free, dairy free (depending on your toppings), and built for real life. You can do a quick 10-minute prep earlier in the day, and when dinner rolls around, everything comes together fast with minimal cleanup.
It’s also one of those meals that stretches beautifully. This recipe feeds our family of four (2 adults, 2 kids) for two full meals, which means you’re not starting from scratch tomorrow. That kind of built-in margin makes a busy week feel a lot more manageable.
If you want to be nourished but life is busy, this is exactly the kind of meal to lean on.
Sheet Pan Fajitas + Rice
Gluten Free | Dairy Free | Meal Prep Friendly | Family Style
Serves: 4–6 (or 2 meals for a family of 4)
Ingredients
Fajitas:
2 lbs chicken
3–4 bell peppers (any color), sliced
1/2 yellow onion, sliced
1/2 packet taco seasoning (I like Siete)
Avocado oil spray or drizzle
Rice:
2 cups jasmine white rice
2 cups chicken stock
Optional: butter and salt to taste
Prep (Do Ahead to Save Time)
Slice chicken into thin strips and store in an airtight container
Chop peppers and onion and store in an airtight container
This step alone makes dinner feel effortless later.
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Add chicken, peppers, and onions.
Spray or drizzle with avocado oil, then sprinkle with taco seasoning.
Use your hands to mix everything together so it’s evenly coated.
Spread into an even layer and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temp of 165°F.
Rice (Instant Pot Method)
Rinse rice in a strainer until the water runs clear.
Add rice and chicken stock to the Instant Pot.
Cook on high pressure for 3 minutes, then allow it to naturally release pressure.
Fluff and add butter and salt if desired.
Serve
Build your bowl or plate with rice and fajitas, then add any toppings you love:
Avocado or guacamole
Salsa
Fresh lime juice
Cilantro
Dairy-free sour cream or regular (if tolerated)
Notes & Tips
Leftovers store well for up to 4 days and reheat easily.
Double the veggies if you want to stretch it even further.
Great for bowls, wraps, or even next-day quesadillas.
This is the kind of meal that keeps you fed without adding more to your plate. Minimal prep, one pan, and multiple meals handled.
Exactly what you need when life is full but you still want to eat well.