Description
Fajita Chicken Casserole is a cheesy, oven-baked dish that combines juicy chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, and Tex-Mex flavors in one easy meal. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners with minimal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into strips
- 3 bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco or fajita seasoning
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a bowl, toss chicken, bell peppers, and onions with olive oil and fajita seasoning.
- Spread mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
- In another bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Dollop cream cheese mixture over chicken and veggies, then spread gently.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until chicken is cooked through, veggies are tender, and cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let rest a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Add black beans or cooked rice to make it more filling.
- For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice or eat as-is.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the cream cheese mix for extra spice.
- Top with crushed tortilla chips for crunch before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
