When it comes to cooking Chicken Fajitas, the easier the better I say. This is a firm family favourite – delicious, healthy and so easy to cook in the oven.
Most of us still can’t get enough of Chicken Fajitas since Mexican style food came on our radar in a big way, and this oven baked Chicken Fajitas recipe is seriously standing the test of time.
We all know the secret is in the fajita seasoning mix, but the rest can be done so quickly that it’s perfect for a midweek meal with all the family, with no compromises on flavour. In fact, baking it all in the oven helps to make the chicken extra succulent, so I think it’s even better than frying.
If you’re wondering what to serve with Chicken Fajitas, get some tortillas, sour cream or plain yoghurt, grated cheese and avocado in the middle of the table, and let everyone dig in.
You’ll love this recipe because:
✅ It bakes all on one oven tray.
✅ It’s healthy, delicious and so easy.
✅ Gives you tasty leftover chicken fajitas for the next day!
FAQs about Baked Chicken Fajitas
What side dishes go with Chicken Fajitas?
These oven baked Chicken Fajitas are best served with soft tortilla wraps, grated cheese, peeled and sliced avocados, lime wedges and sour cream/yoghurt. Shredded crispy lettuce makes a good addition too.
Can I use an alternative to chicken?
Sure. You could use beef instead using the same method or more vegetable combinations if you’re wanting Vegetarian Fajitas.
What about leftovers?
Simple fold them inside a tortilla and allow to go cold. Put them in tupperware and put in the fridge. They’ll be a delicious for lunch the following day and shouldn’t be too messy as there’s not loads of sauce.
Are Chicken Fajitas healthy?
Absolutely! These use minimal oil and include plenty of protein and vegetables. As you’ll see in the nutritional info, they’re pretty low in calories and they have lots of goodness in too.
Fancy more Mexican style recipes?
- Chicken Enchiladas – An easy slow cooker dish
- Salmon Tacos – Delicious and simple
- Halloumi Fajitas – A colourful veggie meal
Hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do. I’d love to know how you got on and what you thought of it if you make this Easy Oven Baked Fajitas recipe. Please rate the recipe and leave me a comment below if you do.
Also, if you fancy showing me a photo by tagging me on Instagram (@tamingtwins) I LOVE to see your creations.
This recipe was originally published on April 22 2018 and was fully updated with new photos and tips in May 2022.
Easy Chicken Fajitas {Oven Baked}
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Olive oil
- 650 g Chicken breasts See notes
- 1 Red pepper (capsicum) Deseeded and cut into wedges
- 1 Yellow pepper (capsicum) Deseeded and cut into wedges
- 1 Green pepper (capsicum) Deseeded and cut into wedges
- 2 Large onions Peeled and cut into wedges
For the fajita seasoning (or use 4 tbsp of ready made fajita seasoning)
- 1 tbsp Chilli powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 1 tsp Ground black pepper
To serve
- Tortilla wraps
- Sour cream or yoghurt
- Avocado slices
- Grated cheese
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 200C.
- Put the oil, chicken chunks, peppers and onions onto a large baking tray. Mix together the fajita seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and sprinkle over. Mix thoroughly with clean hands.
- Bake for 20 - 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the peppers are starting to blacken at the edges.
- Serve with the accompaniments and let everyone dig in and build their own fajitas.
2pots2cook says
Perfect for Cinco de Mayo !
Sean Mahan says
I’m just hoping this tastes as great as it appears on the pictures! It’ll be a great dinner option for the family over here =)
Hannah says
Perfect recipe for a quick no fuss family meal. Really tasty and easy to throw together.
Maria says
This recipe looks delicious!
Should I cook it with lime wedges?
Thank you! We eat your recipes nearly everyday of the week!
Sarah Barnes says
You can do, or just serve with it. SO pleased you like the recipes! Thanks for your comment.
Jennie says
This has become one of my favourite ways to cook fajitas now. So easy and with little fuss and I know the chicken s always cooked properly
Victoria Broom says
We all really enjoyed this. Simple and quick to cook and really tasty. I’ll definitely be making this again!
Kay Stevens says
Delicious, quick, colourful and tasty! Perfect for entertaining, a quick meal on school social nights or a dinner in front of the tv!
Julie says
Just tried this for dinner tonight. Super quick to make and very tasty. The whole family all enjoyed and a healthy option too.
Will 100% make this again
Clare Booth says
We really enjoyed this meal. Chicken and veggies very tender