Cheesy Cheddar Chicken Bake

1. In an ovenproof frying pan or skillet, heat the oil over a medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
2. Add the minced garlic and chipotle paste to the pan. Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
3. Sprinkle the fajita spice mix into the pan and stir to coat the onion and garlic with the spices. Let the spices cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the chicken strips to the pan. Cook them for 5 minutes, or until they are browned on all sides.
5. Pour in the chicken stock and tomato sauce. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
6. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, until the sauce has slightly reduced.
7. Add the sliced red peppers to the pan and stir them into the mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the peppers start to soften. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Preheat the grill on medium-high heat.
9. Sprinkle the grated Cheddar evenly over the top of the chicken and pepper mixture.
10. Place the frying pan under the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and melted, and slightly bubbly.
11. Carefully remove the frying pan from the grill using oven gloves, as the handle will be hot.
12. Garnish the Cheesy Fajita Chicken Bake with chopped fresh coriander.
13. Serve the dish as a high-protein or gluten-free option on its own, or with optional accompaniments like cooked rice, toasted tortillas, guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.

Optional serving suggestions:

• Cooked rice
• Toasted tortillas
• Guacamole
• Salsa
• Sour cream