Here’s a tasty, crowd-pleasing Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken recipe—juicy chicken with all the flavors of fajitas topped with melted cheese. 🌶️🧀
Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, sour cream, lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish. - Prepare Veggies:
Toss sliced bell peppers and onion with 1 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, and half the chili powder, paprika, and cumin. Spread in the baking dish. - Season Chicken:
Rub chicken breasts with remaining olive oil, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place on top of the vegetables. - Bake:
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). - Add Cheese:
Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and veggies. Bake 3–5 more minutes until cheese melts and bubbles. - Serve:
Garnish with cilantro, a squeeze of lime, or a dollop of sour cream. Serve with rice, tortillas, or a side salad.
💡 Tips:
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in olive oil, lime juice, and spices for 30 minutes before baking.
- You can swap the cheese for pepper jack for a spicier kick.
- Leftovers make great fajita wraps the next day!
If you like, I can also give a one-pan version that combines everything in a sheet pan for even easier cleanup and maximum flavor. Want me to do that?
