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Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken Recipe: A Flavor-Packed One-Pan Dinner

This Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken Recipe is a one-pan, flavor-packed meal featuring juicy seasoned chicken, colorful bell peppers, caramelized onions, and melty cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp fajita seasoning (or homemade mix below)

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

For the Fajita Vegetables:

1 red bell pepper (sliced)

1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)

1 green bell pepper (sliced)

1 small onion (thinly sliced)

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp chili powder

½ tsp paprika

For the Topping:

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Season the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the dish, drizzle with olive oil, and rub with fajita seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Prepare the Vegetables: In a bowl, toss sliced bell peppers and onions with olive oil, chili powder, and paprika. Spread over the chicken.
  4. Bake the Chicken: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Add Cheese & Melt: Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the chicken and bake for another 5 minutes until melted and bubbly.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with rice, tortillas, or a crisp salad.
  • Author: [email protected]
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Gluten Free