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Simple and Delicious Fajita Chicken Bake

One-pan fajita-style chicken bake with bell peppers, red onion, taco seasoning and shredded cheddar—easy to assemble and bake.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 5 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 5 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoonsSkinny Ms. Taco Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoonKosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoonground black pepper
  • 3 whole bell pepperssliced into strips
  • 1 small red onionthinly sliced
  • 1.5 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 1/2 cupfat-free shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and place a rack in the center of the oven.
  • Slice the 3 whole bell peppers into strips and thinly slice the 1 small red onion. Put the sliced peppers and onion in a bowl, add 1.5 tablespoons olive oil, and toss to coat; set aside.
  • Place the 5 boneless and skinless chicken breasts in a single layer in a glass baking dish.
  • Sprinkle 2 teaspoons Skinny Ms. Taco Seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts. Then sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper evenly over the chicken.
  • Spread the oiled sliced peppers and onion in an even layer over the seasoned chicken breasts.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 cup fat-free shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
  • Bake uncovered for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the thickest chicken breast reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when checked with an instant-read thermometer.
  • Remove from the oven and let the dish rest about 5 minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • glass baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Instant-read thermometer

Notes

Notes
Ditch the storebought seasonings and sub in our delicious
Skinny Ms. Taco Seasoning
!