Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken: A Deliciously Easy Dinner Idea
A simple and flavorful recipe for Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken that makes dinner a breeze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the olive oil and spices, then coat the chicken in the mixture.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and top with sliced bell pepper and onion.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
Notes
- Serve with tortillas or rice for a complete meal.
- Feel free to add more veggies like zucchini or corn.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with veggies
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken