Cozy Foil Pack Cheesy Chicken Fajitas
A simple, flavorful foil pack dinner featuring juicy chicken, roasted bell peppers and onions, and melted cheese cooked over fire or grill. Perfect for casual gatherings and easy outdoor meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 medium bell peppers (mixed colors, sliced thin)
- 1 medium yellow or white onion (sliced into rings or half-moons)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning (chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Flour or corn tortillas (for serving)
Instructions
- Slice chicken into ½ inch thick strips.
- Slice bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, toss chicken, peppers, and onions with olive oil, fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Tear off four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (about 12×12 inches each).
- Divide the chicken and veggie mixture evenly among the foil sheets, placing it in the center.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of each portion.
- Fold the foil over the ingredients and crimp edges tightly to seal packets with no gaps.
- Place foil packs on a grill grate over hot coals or an open fire.
- Cook for 7-10 minutes per side, flipping carefully with tongs halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and veggies are tender.
- Remove packs from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before opening.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the filling and sprinkle chopped cilantro if desired.
- Serve the cheesy chicken fajita filling on warm tortillas with optional toppings like sour cream, avocado, or salsa.
Notes
Use heavy-duty foil and double fold edges to prevent tearing. Maintain medium-hot coals or create a two-zone fire to avoid burning. Let packs rest after cooking to redistribute juices. Can be baked in oven at 400°F for 20 minutes or cooked on gas/charcoal grill. Substitute proteins like shrimp or tofu as desired. For dairy-free, use plant-based cheese alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 foil pack serving
- Calories: 350400
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 1520
- Fiber: 35
- Protein: 35
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