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Fajita Stuffed Chicken Breast

Chicken breast stuffed with fajita-style veggies and cheddar cheese. Simple, easy, and delicious.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 485 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 2-3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 medium bell peppers seeded and sliced
  • 4 large chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • fresh parsley to garnish
  • Optional: lime wedges
Fajita seasoning:
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 tsp ground cumin

Instructions

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  1. To a small bowl, mix all the fajita seasoning ingredients.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic together with the onion and saute for 2-3 minutes. Add the peppers, then sprinkle with ½ of the fajita mix and cook for 3 minutes more. Set aside.
  3. Cut a lengthways pocket to each chicken breast. Rub the chicken with the remaining fajita seasoning all over, then stuff the pocket with a spoonful of fajita-pepper mixture and cheddar cheese. Seal with a toothpick by inserting it diagonally, to keep the stuffing in.
  4. To the same skillet, add the remaining oil and sear the chicken breast for 4-5 minutes per side.
  5. Next, add ¼ cup of water to the pan, cover, and cook over low heat for 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Cheese: you may use any other cheese like provolone, mozzarella, or Monterey jack
  • Bell peppers: use any colored bell pepper of choice
  • This stuffed chicken breast can be cooked in a pan or can also be baked if preferred. If you decide to bake it instead, bake at 375F for 25-30 minutes.
  • You will need to cover the pan to allow the chicken to fully cook. Don't try to cook it too quickly over high heat. 
  • Use fresh garlic if you can. You may use garlic powder if you don't have any fresh garlic.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. 
  • To reheat, microwave in the oven for 60-90 seconds. To reheat in the oven, preheat the oven to 375F.  Wrap the stuffed chicken breast in foil, then place in the oven for about 8-10 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1breast Calories 485kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 56g (112%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 174mg (58%) Sodium 1033mg (43%) Potassium 1096mg (31%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2791IU (56%) Vitamin C 82mg (91%) Calcium 240mg (24%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 485

% Daily Value*

Serving 1breast
Calories 485kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 56g 112%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 174mg 58%
Sodium 1033mg 43%
Potassium 1096mg 23%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2791IU 56%
Vitamin C 82mg 91%
Calcium 240mg 24%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.