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A close-up of a creamy Chicken Fajita Casserole served on a white plate. The dish contains chunks of chicken, cooked rice, diced red and green bell peppers, and is topped with melted cheddar cheese and sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley. The casserole looks rich, cheesy, and comforting.

Chicken Fajita Casserole

A cheesy, comforting casserole that brings all the bold flavors of chicken fajitas into one easy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 913
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup diced green bell pepper fresh, medium
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper fresh, medium
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion fresh, medium
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil divided, for sautéing and greasing
  • 4 cups chopped rotisserie chicken skin removed, bite-sized
  • 2 8.8 ounce packages Spanish style rice (cooked according to package directions)
  • 1 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup (condensed)
  • 1 cup salsa mild or medium
  • 1 8 ounce block cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 8 ounces Mexican shredded cheese divided use; cheddar and Monterey Jack blend
  • ½ cup sour cream full fat or light
  • 1 1.25 ounce packet fajita seasoning (store-bought)
  • 3 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large sauté pan, heat 1 Tablespoon oil over medium heat.
  3. Add diced green and red bell peppers along with diced yellow onion to the pan. Sauté for 5 minutes until the onions become translucent and the peppers soften.
  4. Stir in the chopped rotisserie chicken, cooked Spanish rice, cream of chicken soup, salsa, softened cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, sour cream, and fajita seasoning. Mix until everything is evenly combined and the cheeses are melted.
  5. Remove the pan from heat and set aside.
  6. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the remaining 1 Tablespoon oil.
  7. Transfer the chicken and rice mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15–20 minutes until heated through and slightly bubbling.
  9. Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top, and bake an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
  10. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 913kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 63gFat: 49gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 2565mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 420mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners. The melty cheese and tender chicken make every bite irresistible!

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