Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures that your Fajita Chicken Bake cooks evenly and gets that deliciously bubbly top.
- Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Mixture - In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, salsa, and fajita seasoning mix. Mix until smooth and creamy. This will be the luscious base of your dish, adding flavor and moisture to the chicken.
- Step 3: Season the Chicken - Season the thin-sliced chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides. This simple step will enhance the overall flavor of the dish.
- Step 4: Layer the Ingredients - In your baking dish, lay down the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer. Spread the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken, making sure every piece is covered.
- Step 5: Add the Vegetables - Now, it’s time to add the sliced green and red bell peppers on top of the creamy chicken. Their bright colors make this dish not only tasty but visually appealing as well.
- Step 6: Top with Cheese - Sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese generously over the bell peppers. The cheese will melt and create a deliciously gooey topping that brings everything together.
- Step 7: Bake - Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Step 8: Serve and Enjoy - Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve your Fajita Chicken Bake hot, either on its own or with sides like Cilantro Lime Rice or Chicken Taco Salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months and reheat at 350°F (175°C).
- Feel free to swap in different types of cheese for variety.