Easy Baked Chicken Fajitas
Baked Chicken Fajitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners with friends and family. This dish is packed with flavor and sure to please even those picky eaters. The best part is that it requires minimal prep work and can be cooked entirely in one pan. Making it a convenient and low-maintenance option for any occasion. If this sounds good to you, keep reading. We’ll provide some tips and tricks to help you achieve the perfect balance of flavors in every bite. So, grab your apron, and let’s get cooking!
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THIS RECIPE IS BEST TO HAVE WHEN MEAL PREPPING FOR THE WEEK
Meal prepping can be a lifesaver during busy weeknights. Here are some tips to help make the process easier and more efficient:
- PLAN: Take some time at the beginning of the week to plan your meals. This will help you know exactly what ingredients you need to buy. Also, to know what meals you will be making.
- BATCH COOK: Cook large batches of food that can be used for multiple meals. For example, roast a whole chicken that can be used for dinner one night and then used for sandwiches or salads for lunch throughout the week.
- USE SLOW COOKERS AND INSTANT POT: These appliances are great for meal prepping because they allow you to cook large quantities of food with minimal effort.
- PREP INGREDIENTS IN ADVANCE: Cut up vegetables, marinate meats, and measure out ingredients in advance to save time when it comes to actually cooking meals.
- STORE FOOD PROPERLY: Make sure to store your prepped meals in airtight containers in the fridge or freezer to keep them fresh.
- KEEP IT SIMPLE: Stick to simple recipes that don’t require a lot of time or effort to prepare. This will make the meal-prepping process much easier and less daunting.
By following these tips, you can make meal prepping a part of your busy weeknight routine and ensure that you always have healthy, delicious meals on hand.
OTHER RECIPE IDEAS YOU MIGHT WANT TO TRY:
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Ingredients you need to make this dish
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- Spices: are a combination of chili powder, garlic powder, fine sea salt, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and cumin
- Red bell pepper: Remove the seeds and cut into thin strips or julienne
- Red onion: Sliced
- Skinless boneless chicken breast: Cut into thin strips
- Olive oil: Drizzle the oil and coat all ingredients before baking
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Time needed: 30 minutes
PREP AND BAKE
- SPICES:
Preheat the oven to 425ºF and line a baking pan with foil or parchment paper. In a small bowl combine all spices.
- PREP THE VEGGIES:
Cut the bell pepper, remove the seeds, and slice into thin strips or julienne. Then peel and slice one medium-sized red onion.
- PREP THE CHICKEN:
If the chicken breast is very thick, cut them in half first, then cut into thin strips.
- BAKE:
Place the veggies and chicken on a prepared baking pan. Add the spices and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to make sure all ingredients are coated well. Place in the middle rack of the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- SERVE:
Squeeze lime juice and chopped cilantro. Serve with steamed rice or tortillas and a dollop of sour cream.
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Frequently asked questions
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It is best to use fresh chicken for this recipe, but if you only have frozen chicken, make sure it is completely thawed before baking.
Absolutely! You can use any vegetables you like. Some popular options include mushrooms, zucchini, and squash.
Yes, you can prep the ingredients ahead of time and store them in the fridge until ready to bake. However, it is best to bake them fresh for the best flavor.
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Easy Baked Chicken Fajitas
Equipment
- Baking pan
- knife
- cutting board
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
SPICES
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
THE REST OF THE INGREDIENTS
- 1 bell pepper, deseed, cut into thin strips
- 1 medium-sized red onion, sliced
- 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF. Line a baking pan with foil or parchment paper.
- Combine all spices. Slice the bell pepper, remove the seeds, and cut into thin strips or julienne. Then slice the onion. Set them aside.
- If the chicken breast is too thick, slice it in half first (butterfly). Then cut them into thin strips.
- Place the veggies and chicken on a prepared baking pan. Season with spices, and drizzle with oil. Toss to make sure all ingredients are coated well.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Squeeze lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with either steamed rice or tortillas. Add a dollop of sour cream if you like.
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