Chicken Fajitas Casserole (easy and cheesy!)
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this easy and cheesy Chicken Fajitas Casserole! Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this flavorful one-pan dish combines tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and a creamy cheese mixture that will delight everyone’s taste buds. With just eight simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this delicious casserole in under an hour. Plus, it’s versatile—feel free to customize it with your favorite toppings or side dishes. Enjoy a hearty meal that brings the delicious flavors of fajitas to your dinner table effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 (4 to 6 ounces each) boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 bell peppers (sliced; vary the colors to make it pretty!)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 1 recipe or package fajita seasoning mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chicken pieces until cooked through; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and bell peppers until tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet, stir in fajita seasoning, sour cream, and softened cream cheese until well combined.
- Transfer mixture to an oven-safe baking dish, top with grated cheddar cheese, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg