Easy Fajita Oven Baked Chicken Recipe for Juicy Cheesy Flavor
This easy fajita oven baked chicken is a juicy, cheesy, and flavorful dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners. It combines smoky fajita spices with tender chicken and melty cheese, baked to perfection in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-27 minutes
- Total Time: 35-37 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning (blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; optional pinch of smoked paprika)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Small handful fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Thinly slice the red and green bell peppers and the yellow onion.
- Pat dry the chicken breasts to help seasoning stick and encourage browning.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken breasts, sliced peppers, and onions. Drizzle with olive oil, fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Spread the chicken and veggie mixture in a single layer on a lined baking sheet or oven-safe dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes until chicken looks opaque and veggies soften.
- Flip the chicken breasts over using tongs or a spatula. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the chicken and veggies.
- Bake for another 5–7 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots.
- Remove from oven, squeeze fresh lime juice over everything, and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy and let flavors settle.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for perfect doneness. Thinly slice veggies for even cooking. Add cheese in the last 5-7 minutes to keep it melty without burning. Let chicken rest before slicing to lock in juices. For dairy-free, omit cheese or use plant-based alternative. For extra crisp veggies, broil for last 2 minutes watching closely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (a
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3.5
- Protein: 35
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