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Fajita Chicken Casserole Bake

Fajita Chicken Casserole Bake

Delicious Fajita Chicken Casserole Bake, a vibrant dish perfect for family feasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 3-4 breasts
  • 2 cups mixed bell peppers sliced (red, yellow, green)
  • 1 large sweet onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced bell peppers and onions until softened (5-7 minutes).
  3. Add diced chicken and taco seasoning to the skillet. Cook until chicken is no longer pink (8-10 minutes).
  4. Layer half of the chicken mixture in the prepared baking dish, followed by half of the cheese. Repeat layers and top with remaining cheese.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving, garnished with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 32gFat: 18g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different proteins or cheese and add beans or corn for extra nutrition.

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