Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken
Discover the ultimate Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken recipe! Easy, one-pan, loaded with flavor, and perfect for weeknights. Try it tonight! 🧀🌶️
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 bell peppers red, yellow, and green, sliced into strips
- 1 large red onion sliced
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- fresh cilantro optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Rub the chicken breasts with fajita seasoning, garlic powder, and lime juice. Set aside to marinate for 10–15 minutes while prepping other ingredients.
- Arrange sliced bell peppers and onions in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, tossing to coat evenly. Lay the chicken breasts on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the chicken, and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy with rice, tortillas, or a side salad.
Notes
For a low-carb version, serve over cauliflower rice. Add jalapeños for extra spice!