Description
Chicken Fajita Casserole is a vibrant and hearty dish featuring juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and melted cheese. This easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings, offering comforting flavors everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 package fajita seasoning or about 2 tablespoons of homemade
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers, seeded and sliced (colors of choice)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- Fresh cilantro, jalapeño slices, avocado, lime, crushed tortilla chips, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat 1½ tablespoons of oil over medium heat and sauté the chicken strips with fajita seasoning until golden brown.
- Add the sliced onion and bell peppers, cook until softened, then add minced garlic.
- In a bowl, combine sour cream, salsa, and half of the cheese, then mix in the chicken, veggies, and black beans.
- Pour the filling into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, top with the remaining cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with garnishes.
Notes
For a healthy twist, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
To store leftovers, let cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months wrapped tightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6 of the casserole)
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 865mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg