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To create the best Sizzling Baked Chicken Fajita Foil Packs, you'll need to gather a variety of fresh and flavorful ingredients. Each component plays a significant role in crafting this delicious dish, ensuring each bite is satisfying and bursting with flavor.

Baked Chicken Fajita Foil Packs

Sizzling Baked Chicken Fajita Foil Packs are the perfect solution for busy weeknight dinners! This easy recipe features tender marinated chicken, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic onions all cooked in convenient foil packs. Enjoy a flavorful meal with minimal cleanup, allowing everyone to customize their own pack. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, these foil packs offer a quick, nutritious option packed with protein and essential vitamins. Discover the joy of foil pack cooking today!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips

1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips

1 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips

1 yellow onion, sliced into thin rings

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

4 large flour or corn tortillas

Optional toppings: fresh cilantro leaves, avocado slices, lime wedges, shredded cheese, sour cream

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that the foil packs will cook evenly.

    Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a generous pinch of salt and black pepper. Whisk until the mixture is well blended, creating a flavorful marinade.

      Toss the Chicken and Veggies: Add the chicken strips along with the sliced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and yellow onion to the bowl of marinade. Use your hands or a spatula to toss everything together until all ingredients are thoroughly coated in the marinade.

        Prepare Foil Packs: Tear off four large pieces of aluminum foil, each measuring approximately 12x18 inches. Place an equal portion of the marinated chicken and vegetable mixture in the center of each piece of foil.

          Seal the Packs: Fold the two long sides of the foil over the filling, followed by folding the ends to create a sealed packet. Make sure to leave a little space inside the pack for steam to circulate, which will help cook the chicken evenly.

            Bake: Arrange the foil packs on a baking sheet and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the middle, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

              Prepare Tortillas: While the chicken bakes, warm the tortillas. You can do this by heating them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving them for about 20-30 seconds.

                Serve: Once baked, carefully open the foil packs, being cautious of the steam released. You can serve the chicken and veggies directly in the foil packs for a fun presentation or spoon the mixture onto the warmed tortillas.

                  Add Toppings: Finish off each serving with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, creamy avocado slices, a squeeze of lime juice, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.

                    Enjoy: Serve promptly and relish this delicious, vibrant meal filled with enticing flavors and aromas!

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 40 min | 4 servings