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Fajita Chicken Bake

Fajita Chicken Bake

The ultimate comfort food, Fajita Chicken Bake is an easy weeknight dinner that’s bursting with flavor. Tender chicken breasts are smothered in a creamy salsa mixture and topped with melted cheese and vibrant peppers. Perfect for families and gatherings, you'll find it impossible to resist! Make it tonight for a delicious meal that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces thin-sliced chicken breasts about 2 lbs total
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 oz dry fajita seasoning mix
  • 1 green bell pepper seeded and sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and sliced
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese

Equipment

  • 9" x 13" baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. It’s crucial to have the oven hot enough to ensure the chicken cooks evenly.
  2. While the oven is heating, lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick spray. This will help prevent the chicken from sticking and make cleanup easier.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish in a single layer. Make sure they fit snugly, as this ensures even cooking.
  4. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and black pepper. Seasoning the chicken at this stage will help boost its flavors.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, salsa, and fajita seasoning. Beat them together until smooth, creating a creamy topping that will infuse the chicken with flavor.
  6. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. It should cover them nicely, ensuring that every bite is creamy and flavorful.
  7. Layer the sliced green and red bell peppers over the top of the chicken. This not only adds color but also a delightful crunch.
  8. Sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly over the peppers. The cheese will melt beautifully, creating a gooey topping that everyone will love.
  9. Place the dish in the oven uncovered. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. If your chicken is thinner, start checking around the 20-minute mark to avoid overcooking.
  10. Once done, let the dish stand for 5 minutes before serving. This resting time allows the chicken to remain juicy and the cheese topping to set, making for a perfect slice.

Notes

  • If you don’t buy thin-sliced chicken breasts: you can slice regular chicken breasts in half lengthwise so they’re about ½ inch thick.
  • Cooking time may vary: slightly depending on thickness.