Description
Fajita Chicken Casserole Bake is the ultimate comfort food that transforms ordinary weeknights into delightful family feasts. This dish features tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and melted cheese layered together, creating a savory masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners at home. With its vibrant flavors and inviting aroma, this casserole will be a hit at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 large sweet onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh cilantro (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced bell peppers and onions until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add diced chicken and taco seasoning to the skillet. Cook until chicken is no longer pink (8-10 minutes).
- Layer half of the chicken mixture in the prepared baking dish, followed by half of the cheese. Repeat layers and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving, garnished with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg