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    Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas

    By Dannii · Published 4th March 2019 · Updated 8th November 2020 · 62 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links and generates income via ads · This site uses cookies · Post contains 1553 words. · About 8 minutes to read this article.

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    Chicken Fajitas are a family favourite and great for feeding a crowd. They have just gotten easier, as these Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas are all thrown in to one pan and cooked in the oven. No need to stand over the hob - just let it cook away in the oven whilst you get all the accompaniments ready. Guac and Salsa deserve your attention too!

    Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas in a large pan with fajita accompaniments.

    Who doesn't love a dinner where you can throw everything in to one pan and cook it in the oven? It means less washing up, which is always good with me.

    If you are trying to get dinner cooked whilst looking after the kids, then you want something that you don't have to look after and keep stirring. I find making fajitas on the hob means they need constant attention and stirring so they don't stick and burn. These look after themselves in the oven and stay deliciously moist.

    Jump to:
    • What you will need
    • How to make oven baked fajitas - Step by step
    • Why should you try it?
    • Fajita vegetables
    • Homemade fajita seasoning
    • FAQs
    • Extra tips
    • More Mexican recipes
    • Recipe
    • Feedback

    What you will need

    • Chicken - We used boneless and skinless chicken breasts to keep these fajitas lean, however you could swap them for boneless and skinless chicken thighs, which do tend to have more flavour. Cooking time will vary though.
    • Bell peppers - These add a nice crunch to the fajitas. You can use any colour you like.
    • Onion - we use red onion in ours, to add lots of colour. However you can use brown onion, or even shallots which are a little sweeter.
    • Fajita seasoning - We make our own, as it is so easy to do, and it means that we can keep it low in salt and sugar, and also change the chilli levels if we are making it for the kids. You could use a store bought version if you prefer.
    • Tortillas - You could serve the fajitas on rice or even a big salad. However we serve them with soft tortilla wraps to keep it traditional. You could use hard taco shells if you prefer.
    • Sour cream - This adds some creaminess to the finished dish. To lighten it up a little, swap it for Greek yoghurt.
    • Salsa - What's a Mexican dish without salsa? Why not try our Restaurant Style Salsa or even a Pineapple Salsa for something a little different.
    • Guacamole - Making your own is easy with our Best Ever Guacamole Recipe. If you can't be bothered to make avocado, then some chunks of avocado will work.

    How to make oven baked fajitas - Step by step

    One: Chop all the vegetables into strips

    A wooden chopping board with trips of red and yellow bell pepper and sliced red onion.

    Two: Mix together the seasoning.

    A plate of fajita seasoning.

    Three: Put the chicken in a large bowl with the oil, chopped vegetables and seasoning and mix well. Put in the fridge for at least a couple of hours, but preferably over night.

    A bowl of marinating chicken and vegetables.

    Four: Add the chicken and vegetables to a large oven-proof pan.

    Raw marinated chicekn and strips of pepper and onion in a large pan.

    Five: Put in a preheated oven at 200°C/400°F/Gas 6 for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.

    Cooked chicken, peppers and onions in a large silver pan.

    Six: Squeeze the lime over the cooked dish and sprinkle with coriander. Serve with wraps and toppings.

    Baked fajita filling next to salsa, guacamole, sour cream and tortilla wraps.

    Why should you try it?

    • A Family favourite
    • Can be put in the oven and forgotten about
    • Under 330 calories per portion
    • Lots of ways to use leftovers

    Fajita vegetables

    Although this is a chicken based dish, adding vegetables gives the finished meal lots of added texture, and colour too. We are fans of any meal that we can add lots of vegetables to, and this is one of those.

    We used bell peppers and onion, however you could also add mushrooms, aubergine, courgettes, broccoli and spinach. Make sure they are quick cooking vegetables, rather than root ones like carrots.

    Chicken and vegetables in fajita seasoning with a wedge of lime on top.

    Homemade fajita seasoning

    You can buy fajita seasoning in a packet, but it's usually loaded with extra sugar and salt. It's really easy to make yourself, and then you can make a big batch and keep it in a jar for whenever you make fajitas. We like to sprinkle it on salmon before grilling too. 

    We mix together 1 tablespoon chilli powder, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, a pinch of sea salt, black pepper and sugar.

    We also have a full Fajita Seasoning recipe.

    Fajita seasoning on a white plate.

    FAQs

    Are baked chicken fajitas healthy?

    This is a delicious and nutritious meal. It uses lean chicken breasts and is packed with vegetables. You can add lots more vegetables if you like, to make it even healthier. Just make sure you are careful with the toppings like sour cream and cheese, as these can add lots of fat to the dish.

    What can you use instead of chicken?

    Chicken fajitas are a classic, but you don't have to use chicken in these. You could keep them vegetarian and add some extra veggies like courgette and broccoli or even some tofu. Or, you can use king prawns of steak strips for a change. Cooking times will vary, but it's a great way to change things up on fajita night. How about our Easy Halloumi Fajitas?

    How to fold a fajita

    If you get confused when it comes to folding a fajita, then we have a simple way to do it. Add your filling (not too much, as this makes it harder to roll), in a line across your tortilla, towards the bottom and leaving a couple of inches at each side. Fold in the sides, and then fold up the bottom flap. Continue rolling up, and tuck everything in as you go.

    Can you make oven baked chicken fajitas in advance?

    These Baked Chicken Fajitas are best made in advance. Not only to save you time, but to allow everything to marinate. Put all of the ingredients in to a bowl or a zip-lock back and put in the fridge for at least 2 hours - but overnight is preferable. This will allow all the flavours to really come alive.
    Making these ahead of time makes them the ultimate easy family dinner, as you can just throw them in them in the oven when everyone is ready to eat.

    How do I know the chicken is cooked?

    The best way to check that the chicken is cooked, is to use a meat thermometer. Insert the meat thermometer in the middle of the chicken strip, and if the internal temperature of the chicken is  75°C or 165°F, then you know that it is cooked through. If it it isn't cooked, then put it back in the oven and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes and then check again.

    How to store baked chicken fajitas

    If you have any leftovers, then you can store them in an air tight container in the fridge for 2 days. To reheat them, simply heat them through in a pan, making sure they are piping hot.

    What to serve with oven baked chicken fajitas?

    You could just serve this on top of rice, but where is the fun in that? Go all out with these fajitas and serve them with tortilla wraps, homemade salsa, guacamole, sour cream (or yoghurt for a lower fat alternative), jalapeños and some homemade tortilla chips on the side.

    Extra tips

    • You don't have to use chicken in this. Swap the chicken for extra veggies, or use tofu, king prawns or steak strips. Why not try our Easy Halloumi Fajitas?
    • You could serve this on top of rice, or with tortilla wraps, salsa and guac.
    • Try making your own fajita seasoning and store it in an air-tight container.
    • For extra flavour, try marinating the chicken and vegetables over night.

    More Mexican recipes

    • Shredded Beef Tacos
    • Bean and Vegetable Enchiladas
    • Breakfast Nachos
    • Beef Burrito Bowl

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    Recipe

    A large pan full of oven baked chicken fajitas next to tortilla wraps, nachos, sour cream, salsa and jalapenos.

    Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas

    Chicken Fajitas have just gotten easier, as these Oven Baked Fajitas are all thrown in to one pan and cooked in the oven.
    4.98 from 46 votes
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    Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Allergen:
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    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 473kcal
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    Ingredients

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    • 300 g chicken breasts cut in to chunks
    • 1 tablespoon chilli powder
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
    • 1 pinch sea salt
    • 1 pinch black pepper
    • 1 pinch sugar
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 bell peppers thinly sliced
    • 1 red onion thinly sliced
    • 4 Tortilla wraps
    • Half a lime and coriander for serving
    • Salsa, guacamole, sour cream and tortilla chips to serve (optional)

    Instructions

    • Chop all the vegetables into strips
    • Mix together the seasoning.
    • Put the chicken in a large bowl with the oil, chopped vegetables and seasoning and mix well. Put in the fridge for at least a couple of hours, but preferably over night.
    • Add the chicken and vegetables to a large oven-proof pan and put in a preheated oven at 200°C/400°F/Gas 6 for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
    • Squeeze the lime over the cooked dish and sprinkle with coriander. Serve with wraps and toppings.

    Notes

    • You don't have to use chicken in this. Swap the chicken for extra veggies, or use tofu, king prawns or steak strips.
    • You could serve this on top of rice, or with tortilla wraps, salsa and guac.
    • Try making your own fajita seasoning and store it in an air-tight container.
    • For extra flavour, try marinating the chicken and vegetables over night.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 2fajitas | Calories: 473kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 686mg | Potassium: 1298mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 8544IU | Vitamin C: 234mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 6mg
    Have you tried this recipe?Mention @hungryhealthyhappy on Instagram and tag #hungryhealthyhappy!
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
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    Comments

    1. Holly Casares

      July 15, 2020 at 2:25 pm

      I love this recipe - have been making it for years and it always goes down a treat - thank you!

      Reply
      • Dannii

        July 15, 2020 at 4:40 pm

        That's great to hear that it has been a favourite for so long!

        Reply
    2. Pam

      March 08, 2019 at 2:51 pm

      5 stars
      Love spicy foods, fajitas and anything that can be prepared ahead. So, this recipe is a winner in my book, for sure!

      Reply
    3. Veena Azmanov

      March 08, 2019 at 2:35 pm

      5 stars
      Anything Baked makes it always healthy. Love the color and look of this delicious dish.

      Reply
    4. Jo Allison / Jo's Kitchen Larder

      March 08, 2019 at 1:25 pm

      5 stars
      Huge fan of chicken fajitas here too and your oven baked version sounds really easy and fuss free, big thumbs up!

      Reply
    5. Suzy

      March 08, 2019 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      I make this all the time!

      Reply
    6. Sandhya Hariharan

      March 08, 2019 at 12:57 pm

      5 stars
      We love Fajita's and this is a fantastic recipe for feeding the crowd.

      Reply
    7. Stephanie

      March 05, 2019 at 3:29 pm

      5 stars
      These look and sound great and I love that you can make them in advance. Perfect for a yummy easy weeknight dinner.

      Reply
    8. Julia

      March 05, 2019 at 3:15 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is definitely a keeper! :)

      Reply
    9. kim

      March 05, 2019 at 3:13 pm

      5 stars
      What a fabulous dish! So delicious and flavorful!

      Reply
    10. Jacqueline Debono

      March 05, 2019 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      Love that these baked chicken fajitas can be prepared the day before (actually better!) and then cooked just before eating! I feel a Mexican night coming on!

      Reply
    11. Anurag Singh

      March 05, 2019 at 12:47 am

      5 stars
      The another yumm dish!! one thing I also liked that it is easy to make in oven.
      You enjoy to cook when your tasty food is ready easily and quickly.

      Reply
    12. Corina Blum

      March 04, 2019 at 11:53 am

      5 stars
      My family all love chicken fajitas. It's one of those meals that I know I can rely on if I want everyone to eat well but I haven't tried them in the oven yet. That's definitely something I need to do soon!

      Reply
    13. Danielle Wolter

      March 04, 2019 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      ive never thought to make fajitas in the oven before - what an awesome idea!! so easy and delicious.

      Reply
    14. Noelle

      March 04, 2019 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      Everything is better when it is cooked in the microwave! Making this tomorrow for "taco tuesday", Can't wait!

      Reply
    15. Claudia Lamascolo

      March 04, 2019 at 10:45 am

      5 stars
      every time I come here I want to devour your amazing foods and Fajitas are my favorite. I would be eating this for breakfast if it were in front of me great job Danni!

      Reply
    16. Shashi at SavorySpin

      March 04, 2019 at 10:07 am

      5 stars
      Oh wow! I could eat this for dinner EVERY NIGHT! So love how flavor packed this is!

      Reply
    17. Holly in Dubai

      October 07, 2014 at 7:32 pm

      5 stars
      I made these for my other half this weekend and he absolutely loved them! I used lots and lots of fresh Coriander which made it taste so fresh and lovely. Also made home made guacamole and salsa to go with it - gorgeous meal and he was impressed! Thanks for the inspiration Dani! X

      Reply
    18. Zsanett

      October 05, 2014 at 11:47 pm

      5 stars
      It looks so delicious! :) Love it. I have to try it. Thank you for the post.

      Reply
    19. Rebecca

      October 05, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      Another yummy delicious recipe as always!! Looks delicous! Another one I'll have to try and no doubt will fall in love with!

      Reply
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