Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken

Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken

Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken is a delicious, easy-to-make meal that brings the flavors of fajitas into a comforting baked dish. Juicy chicken breasts are topped with sauteed peppers, onions, and a generous layer of cheese for a hearty, flavorful dinner. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 red bell pepper (sliced)

1 green bell pepper (sliced)

1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)

1 medium onion (sliced)

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and Feta)

Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Season the Chicken:

In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.

Rub the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.

3. Sear the Chicken:

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown but not fully cooked through (they’ll finish in the oven). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. Cook the Vegetables:

In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed and sauté the sliced peppers and onions for 5-6 minutes until softened and slightly charred.

Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove the skillet from heat.

5. Assemble the Dish:

Place the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet on top of the sautéed peppers and onions.

Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese over each chicken breast.

6. Bake:

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken i