Chicken Fajita Casserole
Chicken Fajita Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the essence of traditional fajitas to your dinner table in a convenient casserole format. This easy-to-make recipe features tender shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy sauce topped with melted cheese, all baked to perfection. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-dish meal is sure to delight both kids and adults alike. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for leftovers too.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups instant rice
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend
- 1 can diced tomatoes with chilies
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 8 oz shredded Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, instant rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, frozen vegetables, diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, fajita seasoning, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix thoroughly.
- 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 from oven, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and return to the oven uncovered for an additional few minutes until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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