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Fajita Chicken Casserole – Easy Tex-Mex Dinner Bake


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  • Author: issam-blogger
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Fajita Chicken Casserole is an easy Tex-Mex bake loaded with flavor. Perfect for busy nights, it’s simple to make and delicious.


Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
  • Olive oil, for greasing


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Slice all bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
  3. Toss cubed chicken with fajita seasoning until evenly coated.
  4. Layer the seasoned chicken in the bottom of the greased dish.
  5. Top with sliced onions and peppers.
  6. Dot cream cheese cubes evenly across the top.
  7. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  9. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For perfect results, adjust bake times based on your oven. If your casserole browns too quickly, reduce the oven temperature slightly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex