BAKED FAJITA CHICKEN BREASTS

Here’s a simple and flavorful recipe for Baked Fajita Chicken Breasts — juicy, tender, and perfect for a quick dinner 🌶️🍗

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🌶️ Baked Fajita Chicken Breasts

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced

• 1 medium onion, sliced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Optional: pinch cayenne for heat

• Juice of 1 lime

• Fresh cilantro for garnish

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Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   • 400°F / 200°C.

   • Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment for easy cleanup.

2. Season Chicken

   • In a small bowl, mix chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

   • Rub the spice mixture over chicken breasts evenly.

3. Arrange Vegetables

   • Toss sliced bell peppers and onions with olive oil, salt, and a pinch of spices if desired.

   • Spread on baking sheet in a single layer.

4. Bake

   • Place chicken breasts on top of vegetables.

   • Bake 25–30 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F / 74°C internal temperature.

5. Finish & Serve

   • Squeeze lime juice over chicken and veggies.

   • Garnish with chopped cilantro.

   • Serve with rice, tortillas, or salad.

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Tips for Juicy Baked Chicken

• Even thickness: Pound breasts slightly so they cook evenly

• Rest after baking: 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices

• Extra flavor: Marinate chicken 30–60 min in olive oil, lime, and spices

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You can also make this sheet-pan fajita dinner in one go with potatoes or sweet potatoes for a complete meal.

I can write that all-in-one sheet-pan version for you if you want — it’s super convenient and colorful. Do you want me to?