Description
This Chicken Fajita Casserole is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish loaded with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, onions, and bold fajita seasoning, all baked together with melted cheese for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 ½ cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced bell peppers and onion, and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the fajita seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, diced tomatoes, sautéed vegetables, and sour cream. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
- Add black beans or corn for extra texture and flavor.
- Use rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
