If you’re looking for a simple, bold, family-friendly dinner that delivers big flavor with minimal effort, Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken is exactly what you need. This dish combines tender baked chicken breasts, classic fajita-seasoned peppers and onions, and a generous blanket of melted cheese—all baked together in one pan for a meal that’s comforting, colorful, and incredibly satisfying.
It’s everything you love about chicken fajitas, but easier, cheesier, and oven-baked—no stovetop juggling required.
Why Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken Is So Popular
This recipe checks all the boxes for busy home cooks:
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✅ One-pan, oven-baked simplicity
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🌶️ Bold Tex-Mex fajita flavor
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🧀 Melted cheese that seals in juiciness
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🥗 Naturally low-carb and gluten-free
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👨👩👧👦 Loved by both kids and adults
It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, family gatherings, or when you’re craving Mexican-inspired comfort food without tortillas or frying.
What Makes This Recipe Special?
Unlike traditional fajitas that require constant stovetop attention, this baked version allows the oven to do all the work. The chicken absorbs the seasoning as it cooks, the vegetables soften and caramelize, and the cheese melts into a golden, irresistible topping.
The result?
👉 Juicy chicken,
👉 Sweet-savory peppers and onions,
👉 Creamy, stretchy cheese in every bite.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Main Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 packet fajita seasoning (or homemade blend)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, sliced
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1 yellow onion, sliced
Cheese Topping
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1½–2 cups shredded cheese
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Cheddar
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Monterey Jack
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Mexican blend
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Or mozzarella for extra melt
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Optional Garnishes
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
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Sour cream
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Lime wedges
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Sliced jalapeños
