Easy Baked Chicken Fajitas

From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

If you’re looking for a super simple to make and delicious dinner, these easy baked chicken fajitas are the perfect recipe for you.

They are so good and always a hit when I serve them to my friends and family.

Not to mention I love making anything that I can bake together in one dish.

Easy recipes like this with less clean up are exactly what I need for a busy weekday dinner.

If you decide to serve these without the tortillas, they’re low carb, too! What a nice option if you’re on a low carb or keto diet.

The whole family can enjoy this dinner together and simply eat it how they'd prefer.

I personally happen to love eating these in a tortilla with some sour cream and guacamole on top. Highly recommend, 10/10.

I know if you give this recipe a try that you’ll love it, too.

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Tips for softening the cream cheese

Lots of recipes call for softened cream cheese and there are a few ways that you can do it.

First, just take it out of the fridge and toss it onto the counter for about 30 minutes. That’s all there is to it! The cream cheese will be perfect after that time.

Second, you can add it (still sealed) to a bowl of warm water. This method will take even faster. About 10-15 minutes.

And last but not least, you can always use the trusty microwave. Take the cream cheese out of the package and place it onto a plate. Microwave it for 30 seconds – 1 minute and you’re done!

How should I serve these easy baked chicken fajitas?

I like to slice the chicken up right in the baking dish and serve these in flour tortillas.

If that seems like too much work, you can always cut the chicken into strips before baking it to make the process a little easier.

Just be aware that it will take less time to cook if the chicken is in smaller pieces.

If you’d like to skip the tortillas, that’s fine, too. This recipe would be great served over white rice or alone.

Do I really have to shred the cheese myself?

Yes, absolutely! 

This is the one thing that I’d really urge you not to take a shortcut on.

Pre-shredded bagged cheese has chemicals in it like cellulose.

This keeps the cheese from clumping but it also prevents it from melting properly.

Shred the cheese off the block and these fajitas will be much creamier.

How can I spice these easy baked chicken fajitas up?

Adding some heat to this dish is super easy. Here are a few suggestions to consider.

First, try using hot salsa instead of mild. That will add a lot of nice flavor.

Second, you can use a hot and spicy taco seasoning packet instead of a fajita seasoning packet.

Also consider adding some diced jalapeños or green chilis to the top of the dish either before or after baking.

You can always swap out the cheese for a spicier option like pepper jack, too.

By following those suggestions, you’ll be sure to add some spice and heat to these baked fajitas for sure.

Other Mexican inspired dinners

If you like easy to make Mexican inspired recipes like this one, here are some other great ones.

• East tamale pie
• Cheesy taco rice
• White chicken enchiladas
• Skillet nachos

I hope you give these recipes a try. I know you’ll love them.

Easy baked chicken fajitas ingredients

• Chicken breast (sliced thin)
• Salsa
• Softened cream cheese
• fajita seasoning packet
• Shredded white cheddar cheese
• Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• Sliced bell pepper
• Sliced white or yellow onion
• Tortillas (optional)
• Parsley ( optional)

Instructions

First, in a medium size bowl, add the softened cream cheese, salsa and fajita seasoning packet. Mix well to combine.

Then add the chicken to a 9 x 13” baking dish in a single layer ( a slight overlap is fine) and lightly season with salt and pepper.

Now spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top of the chicken.

Next, sprinkle half of the cheese on top and add the sliced peppers and onions. Lightly season with salt and pepper.

Then top with the rest of the cheese.

After that, bake it in the oven until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked all the way through.

Finally, let it cool slightly, garnish with parsley ( optional) and serve either alone, over white rice or in a flour tortilla and enjoy!