Description
Spicy Mexican Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken brings sizzling flavors straight from authentic kitchens to your dinner table. Melted cheese, zesty peppers, and juicy chicken create a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 3 tablespoons (tbsp) olive oil
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 lime, juiced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Guacamole (for serving)
- Salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by preheating the oven to 375F (190C) and lining a 9×13-inch dish with parchment paper or a light grease coating.
- Position chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, drizzling olive oil and generously coating both sides with fajita seasoning.
- Create a vibrant vegetable medley by combining sliced bell peppers and onions with olive oil, optionally enhancing with additional fajita seasoning.
- Distribute the seasoned vegetables around and atop the chicken breasts, ensuring even coverage.
- Seal the baking dish with aluminum foil and roast for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C).
- Unveil the dish and lavishly sprinkle Mexican cheese blend over the chicken and vegetables.
- Return to the oven, baking uncovered for 5-7 minutes until cheese transforms into a melted, golden blanket.
- Allow the dish to rest and settle for 5 minutes, concentrating flavors and ensuring optimal serving temperature.
- Elevate the final presentation by drizzling fresh lime juice and scattering chopped cilantro for a bright, zesty finish.
- Serve alongside warm tortillas, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad for a complete, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of uniform thickness to promote even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check chicken’s internal temperature, guaranteeing food safety and perfectly cooked protein.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help fajita spices adhere better and create a more flavorful crust.
- Slice vegetables uniformly for consistent roasting and preventing some pieces from becoming too soft or undercooked.
- For a low-carb version, replace tortillas with lettuce wraps or serve over cauliflower rice.
- Reduce cheese amount or use dairy-free alternatives to make the dish lighter or accommodate lactose-intolerant diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg