Fajita Stuffed Chicken Breast

Life is just better when your dinner tastes this good! It is simply impossible not love life with a plate of fajita-stuffed chicken breast in front of you – it’s a pick-me-up, feel-good dinner. Chicken breasts are stuffed with peppers, onions, and spicy habanero jack cheese, then rubbed with chili powder and grilled or pan-fried until juicy, cheesy, and delicious.

If there’s anything better than an effortless chicken dinner, it’s this one. It comes together in just 30 minutes with a handful of simple, flavorful ingredients, making it perfect for nights when you want something satisfying without much fuss.

I stuff the chicken breasts with plenty of veggies and a gooey cheese that melts right into the filling and seasons everything from the inside out. You can finish it on the grill or in a skillet, depending on your mood, and either way, it turns out juicy, flavorful, and guaranteed to be a hit.

Ingredients notes

The ingredients you need for stuffed fajita chicken breast are all familiar – grab a few veggies, your chicken, and you’re ready to go! This is what you need:

Ingredients : Chicken breasts, fajita seasoning , sea salt, and oil.
Fajita filling : Monterey jack cheese, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, and red onion.

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The best way to cook your cheesy fajita-stuffed chicken

You’ve got two ways to prepare your fajita chicken: either on the BBQ or on your stovetop. Both make a delicious chicken dinner, so which choice is best? Here are the pros and cons:

For the grill: This is the ideal choice, especially in summer. Cooking outdoors spares you from further heating your already warm house. However, one drawback of grilling this recipe is the potential mess. We strongly recommend using a BBQ mat or a cast-iron pan to minimize any spills.
On the stovetop: This is also a delicious method! Cook this stuffed chicken indoors in a nonstick or cast-iron pan, or on a grill pan . Reserve this method for year-round cooking convenience.

How to use leftover fajita stuffed chicken breast

If you have leftovers and you’re craving something a little different the next day, you can use your leftovers to make an easy meal! Here are some ideas:

Wrap it up: Wrap leftovers in a warm flour tortilla, add some cheese, lettuce, salsa, or guacamole . Get smaller tortillas for tacos, or larger tortillas and add rice and black beans for burritos.
Fajita bowl: Chop the leftover chicken and toss it with mixed greens, avocado slices, halved cherry tomatoes and a drizzle of chipotle lime dressing .
Rice dishes : Work it into some taco rice or Mexican rice for a hearty and flavor-packed lunch or dinner.
Salads : Toss with romaine lettuce, corn, black beans, and bell peppers, drizzle on some chipotle lime dressing , and enjoy a fajita-chicken salad!

How do I store leftover fajita stuffed chicken breast?

You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat leftovers and enjoy them as is, or incorporate the leftovers into other recipes such as salads, tacos, or fajita bowls.

Can I use chicken thighs instead for fajita stuffed chicken breast?

We do not recommend using chicken thighs for this recipe due to their smaller size. The chicken breasts are large enough to cut a slit to fill with your fajita ingredients. Chicken thighs may not provide enough surface area for stuffing, so your result will be less satisfying if you’re after a stuffed-type recipe.

Can I use another type of cheese?

Sure! Our top picks are Monterey Jack or pepper jack, but you can also use another type of cheese, like cheddar cheese.