Here’s a simple, cheesy, and flavor-packed recipe for Fajita Chicken Casserole — all the deliciousness of chicken fajitas baked in one easy dish. It’s great for busy weeknights and perfect for low-carb or keto-friendly meals too!
🌶️🧀 Fajita Chicken Casserole
Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 25–30 min
Total Time: ~45 min
🧂 Ingredients:
- 2–3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 packet fajita seasoning (or homemade – see below)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, green onions, fresh cilantro, lime wedges
🌶️ Homemade Fajita Seasoning (optional):
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Sauté the Veggies:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Sauté sliced peppers and onions for about 5–7 minutes until just tender.
- Remove from heat.
3. Mix the Base:
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and fajita seasoning until smooth.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and sautéed veggies.
4. Assemble the Casserole:
- Spread the chicken mixture into the baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top.
5. Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
- Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for a golden cheesy top, if desired.
6. Serve:
- Let cool for a few minutes, then top with jalapeños, green onions, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime.
🧊 Storage:
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave. Freezes well for up to 2 months.
🌮 Serving Ideas:
- Spoon into warm tortillas
- Serve over rice or cauliflower rice
- Add avocado or guacamole on the side
- Top with tortilla strips or crushed chips for crunch
Would you like a low-carb, vegetarian, or crockpot version too?
