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Baked chicken fajita casserole with cheese and peppers.

One-Pan Chicken Fajita Bake

A vibrant and comforting one-dish meal bursting with colorful peppers, tender chicken, and melty cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¼ pounds chicken breasts skinless boneless trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning store-bought or homemade blend
  • 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil neutral oil like canola or sunflower
  • 3 medium bell peppers sliced into thin strips assorted colors
  • 1 ½ medium yellow onion sliced thinly
  • 2 ¼ cups shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend for melting
  • fresh chopped cilantro for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and rub them evenly with fajita seasoning and vegetable oil.
  3. Layer the sliced bell peppers and onion over the chicken, sprinkle a touch more seasoning, and cover with shredded cheese.
  4. Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and cheese is melted.
  5. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 52gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 485mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2200IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 230mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This one-pan fajita bake is perfect for busy weeknights. The cheesy, pepper-studded chicken brings warmth and comfort to the table while staying simple and fuss-free.

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