Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken (Quick & Easy!)

Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken (Quick & Easy!)

This one pan dinner recipe is super simple to make with just chicken breasts, cream cheese, salsa, fajita seasoning, bell peppers and shredded cheese. Layer everything into a baking dish, and that's it! It's healthy, low carb, budget-friendly and family pleasing.

Ingredients

  • 4-5 thinly sliced chicken breasts)

    (about 2lbs

  • 8oz softened cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup salsa
  • 1/2 packet of fajita seasoning

    1oz

  • 2 large bell peppers)

    (sliced

  • 1-2 cups shredded cheese)

    (Mexican blend or cheddar

Directions

  1. 1

    *Read notes below before getting started.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease a 9x13 baking dish.

  3. 3

    Place the chicken onto the bottom of the pan.

  4. 4

    In a medium size bowl, mix together the cream cheese, salsa and fajita seasoning.

  5. 5

    Spread the mixture evenly over the chicken and then top with your sliced bell peppers and shredded cheese. *Note (If you are cooking large, thick chicken breasts, I recommend adding the cheese half way through cooking so that it doesn't burn).

  6. 6

    Bake uncovered in the center rack for 20-45 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked (depending on the size & thickness of your chicken).

  7. 7

    Serve alone or with Spanish rice, cauliflower rice or in a tortilla.

Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken (Quick & Easy!)

Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken (Quick & Easy!)

Similar Recipes

Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls

Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls

Skip the tortillas in favor of this warm fajita salad, which features a nutritious medley of chicken with roasted kale, bell peppers and black beans. The chicken, beans and vegetables are all cooked on the same pan, so this healthy dinner is easy to make and the cleanup is easy too.

BBQ Cheddar Baked Chicken

BBQ Cheddar Baked Chicken

Forget boring or bland baked chicken breasts, this BBQ Cheddar Baked Chicken is going to be the star of your dinner plate.

33 minutes4 servings
Chicken Fajitas Bake (Low Carb and Keto)

Chicken Fajitas Bake (Low Carb and Keto)

45 minutes
Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Casseroles make perfect meal-prep dinners, and this enchilada version is no exception. The whole casserole can be built and left to hang out in the refrigerator for up to three days—just bake it off on a busy night and you have a healthy, easy dinner on the table in no time. The quick homemade enchilada sauce in this recipe is great when you don't have any of the canned sauce on hand; just season crushed tomatoes with spices and salt for an instant enchilada sauce.

Fiesta Chicken

Fiesta Chicken

This healthy fiesta chicken and rice is an easy one-pan meal that's ready in under 30 minutes. Made with instant brown rice and black beans!

25 minutes4 servings
Baked Chicken Parmesan

Baked Chicken Parmesan

The BEST baked chicken Parmesan recipe, ready in 30 minutes! Easy and healthy, it's crispy, cheesy, and perfect with pasta or on its own.

30 minutes4 servings
Chicken Fajitas - Easy & Flavorful!

Chicken Fajitas - Easy & Flavorful!

Chicken fajitas are an easy and flavorful weeknight meal. This Mexican recipe that everyone will love can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes. Watch the video above!

26 minutes6 servings
Chicken Fajita Pasta Bake

Chicken Fajita Pasta Bake

This family-friendly dinner comes together in just 30 minutes. It's incredibly creamy and cheesy, featuring tender sautéed onions and peppers, and savory rotisserie chicken pieces all infused with the comforting and familiar flavors of fajita spices.

30 minutes6 servings653 kcal

Ratings & Reviews

Be the First to Rate

Your rating helps others discover amazing recipes. Share your experience and let others know what you think!

About this Recipe

Tired of complicated weeknight dinners that leave you with a mountain of dishes? This Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken recipe is your answer, offering vibrant flavors and satisfying comfort all from a single baking dish.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe truly shines with its effortless approach to bold flavor. By layering thinly sliced chicken, softened cream cheese, savory salsa, and robust fajita seasoning with sweet bell peppers, you create a harmonious blend that bakes into a tender, juicy meal. The genius lies in its simplicity: a one-pan method that ensures maximum taste with minimal cleanup, making it a budget-friendly and family-pleasing choice for any day of the week.

What to Expect

Prepare for a delightful experience of textures and tastes. You'll discover incredibly tender chicken breasts, generously coated in a rich, creamy sauce that's both savory and subtly spiced from the fajita seasoning and salsa. The bell peppers emerge perfectly softened, adding a sweet, fresh counterpoint to the dish. Everything is crowned with a luscious layer of melted, gooey shredded cheese, creating an irresistible, bubbly topping. It's a healthy, low-carb meal that feels incredibly indulgent, delivering all the beloved flavors of fajitas in a comforting baked format.

Customization & Variations

This recipe is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry and preferences. Feel free to experiment with different types of shredded cheese, like a sharp cheddar for extra tang or a spicier Monterey Jack blend. While the recipe uses salsa, you could swap it for a can of diced tomatoes and green chilies for a similar flavor profile. To boost the vegetable content, consider adding sliced onions alongside the bell peppers for an even deeper fajita flavor.

Serving & Context

This Cheesy Fajita Baked Chicken is an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you crave a hearty, flavorful dinner without the fuss. Serve it directly from the baking dish, perhaps with a simple side of rice, a fresh green salad, or warm tortillas for scooping up all that delicious cheesy goodness.

Frequently Asked Questions