Best Oven Baked Fajita Recipes

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BAKED CHICKEN FAJITAS



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I can't remember when or where I found this oven-baked fajitas recipe, but I've used it nearly every week since. We like it with hot sauce for added spice. -Amy Trinkle, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 medium onion, cut into thin strips
1 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: Sliced avocado, tomato wedges and lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, combine the chicken, tomatoes, onion and peppers. Combine the oil, chili powder, cumin and salt. Drizzle over chicken mixture; toss to coat. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Spoon onto tortillas; fold or roll tortillas to serve. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SHEET PAN BEEF FAJITAS



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Treat your family to fajita night with this simple sheet pan beef fajita recipe. A deliciously seasoned flank steak cooks in the oven alongside onions and bell peppers, and is ready in no time to be served on warm tortillas with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, sour cream, and pico de gallo.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium bell peppers, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
1 teaspoon chili powder, divided
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
½ teaspoon ground cumin, divided
1 (1 1/2-pound) flank steak
2 medium limes, quartered
6 (6 inch) flour tortillas, warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with foil.
  • Combine bell peppers, onion, 2 teaspoons oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cumin on the prepared pan; toss to coat. Spread veggie mixture around the sides of the pan creating a space in the center.
  • Place flank steak in center of pan and brush with remaining 1 teaspoon oil. Sprinkle steak with remaining salt, chili powder, pepper, and cumin and rub to evenly coat.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until veggies are tender and browned around the edges and steak is beginning to firm and is hot and slightly pink in the center, 12 to 14 minutes, or to desired degree of doneness. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the steak should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) for medium.
  • Transfer steak to a cutting board and rest, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Thinly slice steak and return to the sheet pan. Add lime wedges and serve with tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 26.9 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 819.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

EASY OVEN-BAKED CHICKEN FAJITAS



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No need for the scorching hot platters you see in restaurants-these easy chicken fajitas are made right in your oven! A virtually universal favorite, these baked chicken fajitas combine a blend of Mexican seasonings and the essential onions and bell peppers that help fill up your tortilla with flavor. Baking chicken fajitas in the oven not only makes your life easier, it also keeps your chicken juicy, develops the flavors of the seasonings and roasts the onions and peppers to melty tenderness.

Provided by Jessica Walker

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion
1 medium red bell pepper
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ fajita seasoning mix
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Old El Paso™ tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas (6 inch; from 8.2-oz package)
Sour Cream
Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
Chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cut onion and bell pepper into even slices; place in baking dish.
  • Cut chicken breasts into thin strips; add to vegetables in dish. Sprinkle with seasoning mix; drizzle with oil. Stir until combined and pieces are coated.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes, stirring once halfway through baking, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Spoon small amount of chicken and veggies onto each tortilla. Top each with sour cream, salsa and cilantro, or your favorite fajita toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

OVEN FAJITA BAKE



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We love fajitas and easy dinner recipes, so this fajita recipe was a win-win for us. All you need to do is cut up the chicken and veggies, then pop them in the oven. The outcome is juicy and tender chicken and a dinner that's packed with flavor. The seasoning and salsa add a wonderful robust flavor. Serve with tortillas, over...

Provided by Debbie Gurley

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
2 pkg McCormick Fajita Seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp seasoning salt
1 can(s) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel), 10 oz.
1 large onion, sliced
1 large red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 large green bell pepper, cut into strips

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place chicken strips in a greased 13×9 baking dish.
  • 2. In a small bowl combine the oil, fajita seasoning, garlic powder, and salt. Drizzle the spice mixture over the chicken and stir to coat.
  • 3. Next add the tomatoes, peppers, and onions to the dish. Stir to combine.
  • 4. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Serve on warmed flour tortillas. Top with guacamole and sour cream.

QUICK AND EASY BAKED CHICKEN FAJITAS



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I've been making chicken fajitas on the stove with packaged taco seasoning for years but always had so much clean up afterwards. This was not only better tasting, but also easier to clean up and way more satisfying! Serve with warm tortillas, sour cream, and shredded cheese. Taco sauce optional.

Provided by Nancy Ball

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup olive oil, divided
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 teaspoon garlic granules, or to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
1 pinch dried oregano, or to taste
1 pinch ground cumin, or to taste
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes for chili
1 large onion, cut in strips
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips, or to taste
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips, or to taste
½ (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles
½ teaspoon seasoned salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the bottom of a 10x14 glass dish. Add chicken strips.
  • Combine remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic granules, chili powder, oregano, and cumin in a small bowl. Rub mixture over the chicken. Add tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and green chiles. Mix thoroughly. Sprinkle with seasoned salt.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 49.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 561.8 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

BAKED FAJITAS



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Easy chicken fajitas for a busy family. Serve with desired toppings (sour cream, salsa, etc.).

Provided by Candia Mathieson

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
12 corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Mix cornstarch, chili powder, paprika, sugar, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and cumin together in a bowl.
  • Combine chicken, red bell peppers, and onion in a bowl; add cornstarch mixture and stir until evenly coated. Transfer to a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes. Serve chicken mixture in corn tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 400.3 mg, Sugar 6 g

OVEN BAKED FAJITAS



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Make and share this Oven Baked Fajitas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ann S.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1/2 green bell pepper, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400. Place chicken strips in a greased 9 x 13 baking dish. In a small bowl combine the oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, dried oregano and salt. Drizzle the spice mixture over the chicken and stir to coat. Next add the tomatoes, peppers and onions to the dish and stir to combine. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender. Serve in fajitas shells with lettuce, cheese and salsa.
  • Serve in shells with lettuce, cheese and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.4, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 583.9, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.3, Protein 25.8

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