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Baked Chicken Fajita Burritos

Tender seasoned chicken and charred peppers wrapped in tortillas, topped with melted cheese and baked until crisp.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 burritos

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to an even thickness
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into strips
  • 1 green bell pepper cut into strips
  • 1 onion cut into slices
  • 1 lime juiced (divided use)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin divided
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder divided
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups Mexican 3-cheese blend
  • 10 tortillas regular flour tortillas

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • nonstick cooking spray
  • Grill or grill pan
  • foil
  • cast iron skillet or large skillet
  • microwave or warm skillet for tortillas
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
  3. Grill the chicken over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side or until cooked through, flipping once; remove, cover loosely with foil, and rest 5 minutes.
  4. Slice the rested chicken into 1/2-inch strips and squeeze the juice of half the lime over the cut chicken; set aside.
  5. Heat a large cast iron or heavy skillet over medium–high heat. Add the bell pepper strips and sliced onion; cook, stirring only occasionally (about once a minute), until lightly charred and beginning to soften.
  6. Squeeze the remaining lime half over the peppers and onions, season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and salt to taste, stir to coat, then remove the pan from heat.
  7. Warm the tortillas in the microwave or a warm skillet until pliable. Divide the chicken strips, peppers and onions, and cheese evenly among the 10 tortillas.
  8. Fold each tortilla into a burrito, place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, and lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
  9. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the burritos are golden brown and crisp.
  10. Remove from the oven and serve warm with any desired toppings.

Notes

  • Divide the cumin and garlic powder between the chicken and vegetables for balanced flavor.
  • Resting the chicken before slicing keeps it juicy.
  • Warm tortillas briefly to prevent cracking when folding.
  • Use a spray of oil on the baking sheet and tops for a crisp exterior.