Fajita chicken casserole

Yum! 🌶️ A Fajita Chicken Casserole brings all the sizzling Tex-Mex flavor of chicken fajitas — peppers, onions, cheese, and spices — into one creamy, baked dish. Perfect for a cozy dinner or easy meal prep!

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🥘 Fajita Chicken Casserole

Ingredients

For the Chicken & Veggies:

• 1 ½ lbs (680 g) chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (or rotisserie chicken)

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 medium onion, sliced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Seasoning:

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Base:

• 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

• ½ cup salsa (mild or spicy)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar (or Mexican blend) cheese

For Topping:

• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese

• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

• Lime wedges, for serving

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Instructions

🔥 1. Sauté the Peppers & Onions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

3. Add sliced peppers and onions, season lightly with salt, and sauté for 5–6 minutes, until tender-crisp. Remove from heat.

🍗 2. Mix the Base

In a large bowl:

1. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, and seasonings.

2. Stir in the shredded chicken, ½ of the sautéed peppers, and 1 cup cheese.

🧀 3. Assemble

1. Spread the mixture evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Top with the remaining peppers and onions.

3. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese.

🔥 4. Bake

• Bake 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted and golden.

🌿 5. Garnish & Serve

• Top with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

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🌮 Serving Ideas

Serve with:

• Warm tortillas for scooping

• Mexican rice or cauliflower rice

• Avocado slices, pico de gallo, or guacamole

• A drizzle of hot sauce or chipotle crema

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💡 Tips & Variations

• Low-carb/keto version: Skip the tortillas and serve over cauliflower rice.

• Spicy kick: Add jalapeños or a few dashes of hot sauce to the cream mixture.

• Extra flavor: Mix in a handful of corn or black beans before baking.

• Make ahead: Assemble up to a day early, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready.

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Would you like me to give you a rice or pasta version of this — like a one-pan fajita chicken bake with cheesy rice inside?