Description
Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken is a simple recipe that combines seasoned chicken, bell peppers, and onions with melted cheddar cheese. It’s a flavorful and comforting one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 bell peppers (one red, one green)
- 1 medium onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet fajita seasoning mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, drizzle chicken breasts with olive oil and toss with fajita seasoning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté bell peppers and onions until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Spread seasoned chicken breasts evenly in a shallow baking dish.
- Top chicken with sautéed vegetables and pour salsa over the top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chicken and vegetables.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and cheese is melted and golden.
- Check chicken’s internal temperature; it should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
- Adjust spice levels with jalapeños or hot sauce if desired.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after baking.
- Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack or mozzarella.
- This recipe can be made with other proteins like turkey, shrimp, or tofu.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: N/A