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45g Protein Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken

45g Protein Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken Recipe

Allan
This 45g Protein Cheesy Baked Fajita Chicken combines tender seasoned chicken, colorful peppers, sweet onions, creamy Greek yogurt, and a golden layer of melted cheese in one easy baking dish. Each serving provides approximately 45 grams of protein, making it a practical choice for high-protein lunches, dinners, and meal prep. Serve it with cauliflower rice for a lower-carbohydrate meal or rice and tortillas when you want something more substantial. It's flavorful enough for a family dinner but simple enough to become a weekly meal-prep favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican-inspired, Tex-Mex
Servings 5
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Vegetables

  • 1.4 lb 635 g boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 2 large bell peppers sliced
  • 1 medium yellow or red onion sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Fajita Seasoning

  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1½ tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional

Creamy Topping

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 oz 85 g shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or Mexican-style cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and cut it into evenly sized bite-sized pieces.
  • Place the chicken in a large bowl and add smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, salt, cayenne, olive oil, and lime juice.
  • Toss until the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
  • Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin but substantial strips and gently toss them with the seasoned chicken.
  • Stir the Greek yogurt with a small pinch of the fajita seasoning in a separate bowl.
  • Spread the chicken and vegetables evenly in the prepared baking dish, keeping the pieces in as close to a single layer as possible.
  • Spoon small dollops of the seasoned Greek yogurt over the chicken and vegetables.
  • Bake for approximately 18–22 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.
  • Return the dish to the oven for 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 1–2 minutes if you want a more golden top, watching carefully.
  • Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
  • Finish with fresh cilantro and an additional squeeze of lime if desired.