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Baked Chicken Fajita Roll-Ups

Tender chicken breasts rolled with sliced bell peppers and seasoned with a smoky fajita spice blend, then seared and baked.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 servings

Equipment

  • baking sheet or oven-safe skillet
  • large heavy skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Toothpicks

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise, thin about 1/4" thick
  • 1/2 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper sliced
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 lime lime juice juice of half a lime, optional
  • toothpicks for securing chicken
  • dry spice mix
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder for dry spice mix
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder for dry spice mix
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin for dry spice mix
  • 1/2 tsp paprika optional, for dry spice mix
  • 1/2 tsp salt for dry spice mix
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper for dry spice mix
  • 2 Tbsp cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Combine the chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to make the dry spice mix.
  • Lay each chicken breast half flat on a cutting board and sprinkle both sides evenly with the dry spice mix.
  • Place 6 bell pepper slices (about 2 of each color) across the center of each seasoned chicken cutlet.
  • Tightly roll each cutlet around the peppers, place seam-side down, and secure with toothpicks; sprinkle any remaining spice mix over the rolls.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Add the chicken roll-ups and sear for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown on all sides.
  • If using an oven-safe skillet, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven; otherwise move the rolls to a baking sheet.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the peppers are slightly charred.
  • Remove toothpicks, garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime if desired, and serve with vegetables, rice, or tortillas.

Notes

  • Cut chicken evenly so rolls cook uniformly.
  • Use an oven-safe skillet to save a transfer step.
  • Paprika is optional for extra color and flavor.
  • Secure rolls well with toothpicks to prevent unrolling.