Name: Chicken Fajita Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into strips); 3 large bell peppers (red, yellow, green, sliced); 1 large onion (sliced); 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack); 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lime (juiced); Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish); 2 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 0.5 tsp dried oregano; 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste); Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Description

A comforting Chicken Fajita Casserole packed with bold flavors, vibrant colors, and cheesy goodness, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into strips)
3 large bell peppers (red, yellow, green, sliced)
1 large onion (sliced)
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack)
10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lime (juiced)
Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
0.5 tsp dried oregano
0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat your olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5–7 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
Toss in the sliced bell peppers and onions and stir for 4–5 minutes until the veggies soften slightly.
Sprinkle in the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Add the drained diced tomatoes and lime juice to the chicken and veggie mix. Stir to combine and transfer to a greased 3-quart baking dish.
Sprinkle one cup of shredded cheese over the mixture, then layer the remaining cheese on top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve.

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Add an extra 10 minutes to the baking time if cooking from cold.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 425
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Chicken Casserole, Fajita Casserole, Easy Dinner