Easy Dinner Recipes That Kids Will Love
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 3 large bell peppers (red, yellow, and orange), sliced into strips
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon mild taco seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8–10 small flour or corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, sliced avocado, fresh lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Prep the Oven and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). While the oven heats up, slice your chicken breasts into uniform strips about half an inch thick. Slice your bell peppers and onions into similar sizes to ensure everything cooks evenly. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for the easiest cleanup possible.
- Step 2: Season and Toss: Place the chicken strips, peppers, and onions directly onto the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the top. Sprinkle the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper evenly across the ingredients. Use your hands or a pair of tongs to toss everything together until the chicken and vegetables are thoroughly coated in oil and spices. Spread them out into a single layer across the pan.
- Step 3: Roast to Perfection: Slide the baking sheet into the center rack of the oven. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes. At the halfway mark, use a spatula to give the mixture a quick toss. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables are tender with slightly charred edges. If you want more color on the veggies, you can turn on the broiler for the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Step 4: Warm Tortillas and Serve: During the last few minutes of baking, wrap your tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave them for 30 seconds until soft and warm. Remove the pan from the oven and squeeze a fresh lime wedge over the chicken and peppers for a burst of brightness. Set the sheet pan in the middle of the table along with bowls of cheese, sour cream, and avocado. Let everyone build their own fajitas.