Chicken Fajitas Casserole (easy and cheesy!)
Chicken Fajitas Casserole (easy and cheesy!) is a delightful twist on classic fajitas, transforming your favorite flavors into a creamy, cheesy one-dish meal. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home. With just eight simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, you’ll have a satisfying casserole that pleases everyone at the table. The combination of tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, savory spices, and bubbling cheddar cheese creates an irresistible dish that can be customized with your favorite toppings like avocado, guacamole, or salsa. Whether you’re serving it for dinner or bringing it to a potluck, this casserole is bound to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 1 package fajita seasoning mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chicken until cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and bell peppers until tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet; stir in fajita seasoning mix, sour cream, and softened cream cheese until well combined.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese, and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg