Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas
If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy meal that the whole family will love, these Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas are the perfect solution. Juicy baked chicken, crisp bell peppers, and homemade fajita seasoning come together on a sheet pan for a tasy and effortless dinner.
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These oven-baked chicken fajitas are just made for busy weeknights when you want a home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The smells of juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and warm spices fill the kitchen with an aroma that will have everyone eager to dig in.
One of the best things about sheet pan chicken fajitas is how easily you can adjust it to suit your family’s tastes. I love to set out all kinds of toppings so everyone can make their own fajitas just the way they like them. Sour cream, avocado or guacamole, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro are our go-to’s but you can top them however you like!
Plus, any leftovers make fantastic lunches or can be repurposed into salads, wraps, or chicken fajita quesadillas.
I make these sheet pan chicken fajitas whenever I want a quick and tasty meal that’s packed with flavor and nutrition. They’re a hit with adults, satisfy even the pickiest kids, and I love how easy they are to prepare and clean up.
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How to Make Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Ingredients
- Chicken: Diced into bite-sized pieces for even cooking and easy assembly.
- Bell peppers: A colorful mix of red, yellow, and orange bell peppers adds crunch and sweetness to the fajitas.
- Red onion: Sliced thin for a subtle, savory flavor that complements the chicken and peppers. Sweet onions would also be delicious in this oven baked fajitas recipe.
- Spices: A blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Mexican chili powder, dried oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper create the perfect seasoning for the chicken and veggies.
- Garlic: Minced fresh garlic infuses the fajitas with a bold, zesty flavor.
- Cilantro: Chopped fresh cilantro adds a fresh flavor and a pop of green color.
- Olive oil: Helps the spices adhere to the chicken and veggies and ensures even cooking.
- Tortillas: Soft flour tortillas provide a perfect vessel for the flavorful chicken fajitas.
- Toppings: Sour cream, diced avocado, shredded mozzarella, and fresh lime juice are delicious, but you can also add guacamole, queso dip, salsa, or any other tippings you prefer.
Kitchen Essentials Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Sheet pan
- Parchment paper
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs for stirring and serving
Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas Tips & Tricks
- For even more flavor, marinate the diced chicken in the spice mixture and olive oil for 30 minutes to an hour before cooking.
- If you like your veggies more tender, you can steam them briefly before adding them to the sheet pan with the chicken.
- To make this recipe even quicker, use pre-sliced bell peppers and onions from the grocery store’s produce section.
- For a low-carb option, serve the chicken and veggie mixture over a bed of lettuce or cauliflower rice instead of tortillas.
- Double the recipe and use the leftovers for meal prep throughout the week, storing the chicken and veggies, toppings, and tortillas separately for easy reheating and assembly.
More Sheet Pan Recipes
More Mexican-Inspired Recipes
- Walking Taco Casserole
- Grilled Pork Tacos with Corn and Mango Salsa
- Instant Pot Arroz Con Pollo
- Mexican Zucchini Boats
- Chicken Fajita Quesadillas
These Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas are a quick and easy way to put a healthy and delicious meal on the table. Setting out toppings that everyone loves is a great way to make sure everyone at the table is satified, and you’ll love how easy the clean-up is!
Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas
Discover the perfect weeknight meal with our Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas! This easy, one-pan recipe is bursting with flavor and makes cleanup a breeze. Perfect for a quick, delicious dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs chicken, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp Mexican chili powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp sour cream, for topping
- 1 avocado, diced, for topping
- 1 cup mozzarella, shredded, for topping
- 1 lime, juiced, for topping
- 12 tortillas (e.g., flour tortillas)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190°C) to ensure it's ready when your fajitas are prepared.
- Prepare the Chicken and Veggies: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced chicken, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Mexican chili powder, dried oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until well combined. Then add the minced garlic, sliced red, yellow, and orange bell peppers, and sliced red onion. Mix everything together until the chicken and veggies are evenly coated with the spices and oil.
- Arrange on a Sheet Pan: Prepare a sheet pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it. Spread the seasoned chicken and veggies evenly across the sheet pan, ensuring they are in a single layer. This will help them cook evenly.
- Bake the Fajitas: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and starts to develop a delicious brown color. Make sure to check the chicken for doneness, as cooking times may vary slightly depending on your oven.
- Assemble Your Fajitas: Once your chicken fajitas are cooked to perfection, it's time to assemble your meal. Warm your tortillas according to package instructions or personal preference.
- Toppings and Serving: Place a generous portion of the cooked chicken and veggie mixture onto each tortilla. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the filling, add diced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella, and a garnish of chopped cilantro.
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