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A Café Reader Review: Sheet Pan Fajitas
Published 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hi, Reader!
I'm curious, is it just the US that starts going crazy about anything pumpkin around this time of year?
Perhaps our international readers could chime in on this!?
I'll be the first to admit, it does feel a little over the top. But in all honesty....I kind of love it 🙃 Not necessarily for the flavor itself, but for what it represents. It feels like a built-in reminder of the turning of seasons and that life keeps moving forward.
My family lived in the UK for many years, but I still remember how disoriented life rhythms felt at first. It took me a while to put my finger on exactly what was missing. Eventually I realized it wasn't the actually US holidays themselves I was longing for. It was the familiar cadence and sense of forward momentum they provided.
Chris (aka Grammy) on a UK visit scooting through a park in London with our girls 😍
But then a few years in, I discovered the UK (and every other country I assume!) had the very same thing, it just looked a little different. Instead of fireworks in July for the Fourth, it was fireworks in November for Guy Fawkes Day. And instead of waiting for Thanksgiving to pass before the Christmas decorations appeared, the Brits start decking the halls in early November (I, for one, was completely on board with that one 🙌)
All of this is to say: there is a quiet but wonderful aspect to those familiar seasonal rhythms (even if they come a little earlier than some would like!) and the way they nudge us forward in life and routine. The rise of all things pumpkin seems to say, “It’s time to return to the routine”....back to intentional meals and a little more structure after a glorious but chaotic summer.
Which brings me to exactly the recipe I'm sharing with you today...
For me, our Easy Sheet Pan Fajitas recipe perfectly captures the feeling of summer winding down and life settling back into a rhythm. And it's ridiculously easy! Everything goes on one pan, meaning minimal prep and even less cleanup. The chicken comes out tender, the peppers get a gorgeous caramelized edge, and the whole thing comes together fast enough for even the busiest weeknight.
But don't take my word for it. Here's what your fellow readers are saying:
Karen says.... EXCELLENT! I appreciate all the tips - I never thought about cutting across the grain with chicken prior to cooking the reason why makes absolute sense! The spices meld together perfectly. We loved the mixture. It's a keeper!
Everything about this recipe is five star! The rub was delicious, the chicken was moist and perfectly cooked, and the veggies were charred perfectly! My husband , who always orders beef fajitas, said this was the best chicken he’s ever had. I served it with the chipotle yum yum sauce, and nothing else. It was wonderful too. Oh, I did serve it with your homemade tortillas. I had never made them before and they were so easy, turned out perfectly, and were delicious!! Thank you so much for another wonderful recipe!! And thank you for sharing Scripture and praise music. It was beautiful!
From : Cathy
I made your sheet pan fajitas for our dinner tonight. It was very easy and delicious. I will definitely make it again...I have tried MANY of your recipes and love them all! A favorite site for sure! Thank you for sharing your recipes.
This is exactly the kind of feedback that keeps us going here at The Café. Simple food, real people, full tables- so thank YOU 🤍
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