Chicken Fajita Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
239 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Fajita Casserole
Description
This Chicken Fajita Casserole combines chicken breast strips coated with taco seasoning and cumin, arranged in a greased baking dish. Sliced red, green, and yellow bell peppers along with red onion are tossed with olive oil and the remaining seasoning, then layered over the chicken. After topping with Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, the dish is baked at 375°F for about 30 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
The casserole offers the familiar seasoning and bright colors of fajitas, blending the texture of tender baked chicken with softened, slightly roasted peppers and onions. The melted cheese adds creaminess, while cilantro sprinkled before and after baking brings fresh herbal notes. Unlike traditional fajitas served from a skillet, this casserole offers a straightforward baking method, consolidating ingredients and flavors.
After baking, allowing the casserole to rest briefly helps the dish set before serving. It can be eaten on its own or accompanied by sides like rice, tortillas, or beans for a complete meal. Using a blend of cheeses or adjusting seasoning levels can tailor flavor to preference.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 lb chicken breast cut into strips
- 1 red pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- 1/2 cup cilantro divided
- 1 cup Monterey jack cheese or cheddar cheese
Instructions
Get prepped
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish with olive oil.
- Mix the taco seasoning and cumin together in a small bowl.
- Slice the peppers into strips, and the red onion into similar sized pieces.
For the chicken
- Place the chicken in a large bowl and add half the olive oil the chicken, and mix it to coat each piece
- Sprinkle half of the seasoning over the chicken as evenly as possible
- Place the chicken into the greased baking dish.
For the vegetables
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced peppers and onions then add the remaining olive oil and spice blend, Mix well.
- Arrange the vegetables on top of the chicken, and sprinkle with half the cilantro.
Bake
- Sprinkle the cheese over the top evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Chicken should be 165 degrees when tested with a thermometer.
- Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.
Serve
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes, then serve.
- Devour.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 246mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 711mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 862IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 81mg | 90% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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