Description
Fajita Chicken Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of classic fajitas with the comfort of a casserole. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe will delight your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onion, sliced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 cup rice, cooked
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, bell peppers, and onion. Cook until chicken is browned and vegetables are tender.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and fajita seasoning. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- In a large casserole dish, combine the chicken mixture with cooked rice and half of the shredded cheese.
- Top with the remaining cheese and bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings like sour cream or guacamole when serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg