Fajitas Chicken Bake (Printable Version)
Chunks of juicy chicken, melty cheese, and colorful peppers come together in a lively one-pan Mexican-style bake that keeps dinnertime easy.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 cups cheddar, shredded
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4 ounces cream cheese, left out to soften
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1 cup sour cream
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1 pack fajita or taco seasoning
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1 small onion, sliced up
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4 colorful bell peppers, sliced
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6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (4 to 6 oz each), chopped small
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Optional Garnishes
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Salsa
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Sour cream
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Guacamole
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Sliced avocado
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Take it from the oven, let it rest a bit so you don't burn your mouth. Dish it up while it's hot. Top with guac, salsa, avocado slices, or a dollop of sour cream—whatever sounds good.
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Pop the pan in the oven and let it go for about 10 to 15 minutes. The cheese should get all melty and start to bubble.
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Scatter the shredded cheddar all over the top so everything gets a cheesy layer.
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Toss the cooked chicken back in the pan. Scoop in the cream cheese, sour cream, and seasoning mix. Give it a good stir, making sure everything's blended together nicely.
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Keep using the same skillet. Drop in those onion and bell pepper slices. Let them cook, stirring now and then, till they're as soft as you like.
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Pour in the olive oil in a big oven-friendly pan over medium. Cook the chicken pieces till they're done and they get a bit browned. Move them out of the pan for now.
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Turn your oven on and set it to 350°F (177°C) so it gets hot while you prep.
# Additional Notes:
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Got leftover chicken already cooked? Use 5 to 6 cups diced precooked chicken instead to save time.
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No oven-safe pan? Just switch to a greased casserole dish before you bake it.
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Pile it on some warm tortillas, steamed rice, or cauliflower rice if you want to mix things up.