Fajita Chicken Casserole
This Fajita Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish! With tender chicken, bell peppers, onions, and a creamy, cheesy filling, it’s a quick and easy meal that your whole family will love. Perfect for weeknight dinners or feeding a crowd
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1 packet (1 oz) fajita seasoning mix
- 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the bell pepper and onion until tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, fajita seasoning, sour cream, salsa, sautéed vegetables, and half of the shredded cheeses. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped cilantro or a dollop of sour cream. This casserole pairs wonderfully with a side of tortilla chips or a fresh salad.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
- If you want a spicier casserole, add sliced jalapeños to the mixture before baking.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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