Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Fajita Casserole, a comforting dish that fuses the classic taste of fajitas with the ease of a casserole. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also satisfies everyone at the table. With creamy layers and a gooey cheese topping, each bite delivers a burst of Tex-Mex goodness. Plus, its versatility allows you to serve it with tortillas, rice, or even as hearty wraps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups instant rice
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 ounces)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend
- 1 can diced tomatoes with chilies (10 ounces)
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 packet fajita seasoning (1.12 ounces)
- 1 package shredded Mexican blend cheese (8 ounces)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, instant rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, frozen vegetables, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, fajita seasoning, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until the rice is tender. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using rotisserie chicken. Customize by adding your favorite veggies like zucchini or corn. Letting the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking will help set it for easier serving.