Description
Sizzling Mexican Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken delivers a mouthwatering fusion of spicy peppers, tender chicken, and melted cheese. Dinner guests will crave this simple, flavor-packed meal that brings authentic southwestern comfort right to your table.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables:
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
Seasonings and Cheese:
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 1 cup (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and prepare a spacious baking dish for assembling the fajita chicken.
- Arrange chicken breasts in the center of the dish, generously coating each piece with zesty fajita seasoning to infuse deep flavor.
- Create a colorful layer of thinly sliced bell peppers and onions across the seasoned chicken, ensuring even distribution.
- Lightly drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and chicken to enhance moisture and promote caramelization.
- Shield the dish completely with aluminum foil, creating a sealed environment for tender cooking.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb seasonings and cook through gently.
- Carefully remove the foil and sprinkle a generous layer of sharp cheddar cheese atop the chicken and vegetables.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, watching the cheese melt and turn golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve immediately while hot, showcasing the vibrant colors and melted cheese for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Swap regular chicken breasts with thin-cut or pounded chicken for faster, more even cooking that ensures juicy results.
- Use pre-mixed fajita seasoning or create a homemade blend with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and salt for personalized flavor intensity.
- Choose bell peppers in different colors like red, yellow, and green to enhance visual appeal and add varied nutritional benefits.
- For a low-carb version, serve over cauliflower rice or serve with lettuce wraps instead of traditional tortillas to reduce carbohydrate intake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg