Description
Mexican-inspired “Baked Fajita Chicken Breasts” deliver zesty flavor without complicated preparation. Juicy chicken emerges from oven perfectly seasoned, promising a quick weeknight dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon cumin
- 1/2 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
Aromatics and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400F (200C), preparing a baking dish with light grease or parchment paper.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking olive oil, lime juice, and a medley of spices including chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Thoroughly coat chicken breasts with the zesty spice blend, ensuring even coverage.
- Slice bell peppers and onions, then toss with a splash of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- Arrange marinated chicken in the prepared baking dish, surrounding it with seasoned vegetables.
- Roast for 22-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F (75C), ensuring juicy and fully cooked meat.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute and intensify flavor.
- Plate with warm tortillas, fluffy rice, or crisp salad, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of brightness.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version that maintains the same zesty flavor profile.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes and chili powder to suit mild or heat-loving palates.
- Ensure even cooking by choosing chicken breasts of similar size and thickness, which helps prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Experiment with different colored bell peppers to create a vibrant, visually appealing dish that adds nutritional variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg