Description
Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breasts seasoned with fajita spices, topped with vibrant bell peppers, onions, and a melted Mexican cheese blend, all baked to juicy perfection in the oven for a delicious Tex-Mex-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare it for baking the chicken with the vegetables and cheese.
- Season Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the fajita seasoning with olive oil and thoroughly coat each chicken breast with this mixture to infuse flavorful spices.
- Assemble: Place the seasoned chicken breasts evenly in a baking dish, then layer the sliced red and green bell peppers along with the sliced onions on top of the chicken.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend over the layered chicken and vegetables to create a rich, cheesy topping.
- Bake: Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest & Serve: Allow the baked fajita chicken to rest for 5 minutes after removing it from the oven to let the juices redistribute, then serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- Feel free to substitute Mexican cheese blend with a combination of cheddar and Monterey Jack if unavailable.
- Use fresh fajita seasoning or make your own blend for more control over salt and spice levels.
- Serve with warm tortillas, rice, or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
