Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken

Say hello to your new dinnertime MVP Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken. It’s the one-pan, flavor-packed, melt-in-your-mouth recipe that’s here to rescue your busy evenings with minimal effort and maximum flavor. This isn’t just another chicken and cheese baked dish it’s bold, cheesy, colorful, and guaranteed to make your dinner table feel like a fiesta. 🎉

This cheesy baked fajita chicken recipe is perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or feeding a crew. It’s full of juicy chicken breasts smothered in fajita spices, topped with sautéed peppers and onions, and blanketed in a gooey layer of melted cheese.

Why You’ll Love This Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken

• Ready in under an hour
• Uses just one pan (less cleanup = more wine time 🍷)
• Packed with protein and colorful veggies
• A total crowd-pleaser—even for picky eaters
• One of the most satisfying baked chicken cheese recipes around

What You’ll Need (Exact quantities in the recipe card below)

This is what we call a “grab-and-go” dinner almost everything here is pantry and fridge staple status.

Main Ingredients

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts – juicy and tender
• Fajita seasoning – store-bought or homemade
• Olive oil – helps the seasoning stick and the chicken brown
• Red & green bell peppers – sweet and colorful
• Onion – sliced for that classic fajita flavor
• Mexican cheese blend – shredded and ready to melt

Optional Add-Ins & Toppings

• Fresh lime juice
• Chopped cilantro
• Sour cream, salsa, or guacamole on the side

How to Make Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken

Step 1: Prep the Chicken

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and rub them down with olive oil and fajita seasoning. Make sure they’re coated on all sides for full flavor.

Step 2: Add the Veggies

Scatter your sliced bell peppers and onions around and over the chicken. Don’t be afraid to really pile them on these veggies roast down beautifully.

Step 3: Bake It

Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. The veggies should be soft and slightly caramelized.

Step 4: Get Cheesy

Once the chicken is cooked, sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend generously over everything. Return the dish to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle with fresh cilantro if you’ve got it. Serve straight from the dish with your favorite toppings sour cream, guac, or salsa work beautifully.

Estimated Nutrition

Nutrition Facts (per serving – approx.)

• Calories: 390
• Carbs: 8g
• Protein: 38g
• Fat: 22g
• Sugar: 4g
• Fiber: 2g

Time Overview

• Prep Time: PT10M
• Cook Time: PT35M
• Total Time: PT45M

Tips for Fajita Chicken That’s Always a Hit

• Use a meat thermometer! Overcooked chicken = dry chicken.
• Try swapping in boneless thighs for even juicier results.
• Like it spicy? Toss in a sliced jalapeño or use a spicy cheese.
• This recipe also works great for meal prep just portion into containers with rice or tortillas.

Serving Ideas

This baked chicken recipe with cheese pairs perfectly with:

• Warm flour tortillas or rice
• A side of black beans or corn salad
• A dollop of Greek yogurt (if you’re out of sour cream)

You can even chop it up and turn it into a loaded fajita bowl!

My Go-To Chicken Dinner Story

This recipe was born during a “what’s in the fridge” kind of night. A couple of chicken breasts, half a bell pepper, and some cheese… next thing I knew, I had this cheesy, sizzling masterpiece. Now it’s part of the regular dinner rotation especially when I’m craving fajitas but not the stovetop mess.

FAQ

Final Thoughts on Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken

If you’re looking for a dinner that checks all the boxes flavor, ease, protein-packed goodness Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken is it. From that sizzling fajita aroma to the melty cheese topping, this dish is pure comfort in every bite.

🌶️ Full recipe with measurements below in the recipe card don’t forget your toppings!

Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken

This Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken recipe is packed with juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, fajita seasoning, and loads of melty cheese—perfect for a simple, satisfying weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Main

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 4 servings

Calories 390 kcal

Equipment

• Baking dish
• Oven
• Cutting board

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 packet fajita seasoning
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 red bell pepper sliced
• 1 green bell pepper sliced
• 1 onion sliced
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Optional Garnishes

• 1 lime juiced
• fresh cilantro for garnish
• sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for serving

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and rub with olive oil and fajita seasoning on all sides.
• Layer sliced bell peppers and onions over and around the chicken breasts in the dish.
• Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches 165°F internal temperature.
• Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and veggies, then return to the oven for 5 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Drizzle with lime juice and top with chopped cilantro. Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa if desired.

Notes

This dish is fantastic with tortillas, over rice, or on its own. Great for meal prep or customizing with your favorite toppings!

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