Description
This oven baked chicken fajitas recipe offers a quick and healthy meal loaded with vibrant bell peppers, onions, and perfectly seasoned chicken breasts. Baked at a high temperature, the fajitas come together effortlessly on a single baking sheet, making cleanup simple while delivering tender chicken and flavorful vegetables. Naturally dairy-free and customizable with your favorite toppings, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 2 chicken breasts (butterflied if large)
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 tablespoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
- Coarse salt & pepper (to taste)
Vegetables and Toppings
- 3 bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with chilies
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425˚F (220˚C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Chicken: Butterfly the chicken breasts to reduce cooking time. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and season evenly with chili powder, cumin, oregano, granulated garlic, and coarse salt and pepper to taste. This seasoning blend infuses the chicken with bold Southwestern flavors.
- Add Vegetables: Layer the sliced bell peppers and onions evenly over and around the chicken on the baking sheet, ensuring even roasting.
- Mix Tomato Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes with chilies, minced garlic, and a pinch of coarse salt. Stir to blend these fresh, zesty flavors and spread this mixture evenly over the bell peppers and onions on the baking sheet.
- Bake the Fajitas: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes. The vegetables should become soft and slightly browned, and the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165˚F to ensure it’s fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Slice and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven, allow the chicken to rest briefly, then slice it before serving. Serve your oven baked chicken fajitas warm, with your choice of tortillas and toppings.
Notes
- This oven baked chicken fajitas recipe is the easiest way to make fajitas with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
- They’re naturally dairy-free, making them suitable for those avoiding dairy products.
- The recipe is loaded with colorful vegetables for added nutrition and vibrant taste.
- For a gluten-free option, choose corn tortillas.
- You can customize toppings as you like, such as avocado, salsa, or fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 93 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 81 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.01 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 36 mg
