Chicken Fajita Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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2 medium bell peppers, sliced into strips
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1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
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1½ cups shredded cheese (any meltable kind works well)
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Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat while you prep the ingredients.
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Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle fajita seasoning evenly over both sides. Use your hands to coat the chicken well.
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Scatter the sliced bell peppers and onion over the chicken. Add a little more seasoning if desired, then top everything with shredded cheese.
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Bake the dish uncovered in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
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Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro, and serve hot.
# Notes:
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To reduce cooking time, you can cube the chicken into smaller chunks before baking.
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This dish pairs well with plain or garlic butter pasta, rice, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal.
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Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheated in the oven or microwave.
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For a lighter version, skip the cheese and top with a sprinkle of Parmesan mixed with panko, then spray with oil and bake.