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Healthy Baked Chicken Fajitas Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Healthy Baked Chicken Fajitas offer a vibrant, flavorful, and wholesome meal made with tender chicken breast, fresh bell peppers, and aromatic spices, all cooked to perfection in the oven. This easy, one-dish recipe is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner and can be served with rice, tortillas, or enjoyed as a burrito bowl. The combination of cumin, chili powder, and garlic provides a smoky, slightly spicy kick, balanced with fresh lime and cilantro for a bright finish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast chopped into bite-sized pieces (0.5 kg)
  • 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 green bell peppers thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 5 cloves garlic crushed or finely minced
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (60 ml)

Spices

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Serve with

  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves for garnish
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking your fajitas perfectly.
  2. Assemble: In a large glass baking dish, combine the chopped chicken, sliced red onion, green and red bell peppers, crushed garlic, and vegetable oil. Sprinkle the salt, dried oregano, cumin powder, chili powder, and optional red pepper flakes evenly over the mixture. Toss everything thoroughly to coat the ingredients evenly with the oil and spices.
  3. Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with foil or an inverted cookie sheet to trap moisture and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. This allows the chicken to cook through while the vegetables soften.
  4. Broil: Remove the foil or cookie sheet and switch your oven to the broil setting. Broil the fajitas for 4 to 5 minutes, watching carefully to achieve a slightly charred, roasted finish without burning the ingredients.
  5. Serve: Remove the fajitas from the oven, then sprinkle generously with fresh chopped cilantro leaves and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top just before serving to brighten the flavors.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftover baked chicken fajitas in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days for best freshness.
  • Serving Suggestions: Enjoy these fajitas over rice for a burrito bowl experience or wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Popular toppings include avocado or guacamole, shredded cheese, and sour cream.
  • Spiciness: The optional red pepper flakes add medium to medium-high heat. Adjust to your preference by reducing or omitting them for a milder dish.
  • Vegetarian Option: For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add cooked or canned black beans after baking. This adds protein while keeping the dish wholesome and satisfying.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/6th of recipe)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

Find it online: https://comfortplates.com/healthy-baked-chicken-fajitas-recipe/