Description
These Baked Fajita Chicken Breasts are juicy, tender, and packed with bold fajita flavors! Marinated in a mix of spices, lime juice, and olive oil, then baked to perfection, this dish is a quick and healthy dinner option. Serve it with rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
- 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
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Marinate Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with this spice mixture.
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Prepare Vegetables:
- Toss the sliced bell peppers and onions with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Assemble & Bake:
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish.
- Arrange the bell peppers and onions around the chicken.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
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Rest & Serve:
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with warm tortillas, rice, or salad, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes to 2 hours before baking.
- To get a golden-brown finish, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes at the end.
- Serve with avocado, salsa, or sour cream for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with veggies
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg