Description
This Chicken Fajita Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of fajitas in a comforting casserole form. Packed with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and creamy cheese, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed)
- 2 bell peppers (sliced, any color)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 packet (1 oz) fajita seasoning
- ½ cup sour cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro and lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prep Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced bell peppers and onion until just tender, about 5 minutes.
- Mix Casserole Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, diced tomatoes with chilies, fajita seasoning, sour cream, and cream cheese. Stir until creamy.
- Bake Casserole: Spread the mixture into the baking dish, top with shredded cheese, and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- This casserole pairs well with rice, tortillas, or a simple green salad.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and reduced-fat cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1½ cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
