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Chicken Fajita Casserole

Delicious Chicken Fajita Casserole for Easy Family Nights

Enjoy this Chicken Fajita Casserole, a flavorful and easy dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts or thighs for richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fajita Seasoning adjust spice levels as needed
  • 2 tablespoons Oil preferably olive or avocado oil
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers mixed colors for variety
  • 1 medium Onion red or yellow work well
For the Top Layer
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Cheese blend of Cheddar and Monterey Jack

Equipment

  • Oven
  • casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken breasts with oil and fajita seasoning.
  3. Layer the seasoned chicken breasts evenly in a casserole dish.
  4. Slice the bell peppers and onions and distribute them over the chicken.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the vegetables.
  6. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, slice chicken and vegetables evenly and store leftovers in an airtight container.

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