Description
Indulge in a delightful Chicken Fajita Casserole that brings vibrant flavors and comforting textures to your dinner table. This one-pan wonder features tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty spices, all baked together under a layer of melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy casserole is ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and offers endless customization with your favorite toppings. Serve it with warm tortillas and fresh garnishes for a meal that’s sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (sliced into 1-inch strips)
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow, sliced)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or blend)
- Optional toppings: flour tortillas, sour cream, diced tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine one tablespoon of fajita seasoning with one tablespoon of olive oil. Add chicken strips and coat evenly.
- Transfer seasoned chicken to a greased casserole dish.
- In the same bowl, mix remaining seasoning and oil with sliced peppers and onions; pour over the chicken.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F) and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving alongside warm tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added heat, consider including sliced jalapeños or using spicy fajita seasoning. Feel free to swap out vegetables like zucchini or add black beans for extra flavor.