Description
A warm and cheesy Chicken Fajita Casserole made with tender shredded chicken, colorful bell peppers, creamy cheese, and bold Tex-Mex spices, baked to perfection for an easy family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced bell peppers and onion, and sauté for 5–7 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Fold in shredded chicken, drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, and sautéed vegetables. Mix until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded Mexican blend cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly and cheese is fully melted.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
Add diced jalapeños for extra heat.
Stir in cooked rice or black beans for a heartier version.
Substitute reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream for a lighter option.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
