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chicken fajita casserole recipe

Creamy baked fajita chicken with peppers, onions, and melted cheese, packed with bold spices and comforting flavors in every bite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tex -Mex inspired
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts cubed
  • 2 bell peppers sliced (any colors)
  • 1 medium onion minced
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • cup tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup chicken stock
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup shredded cheese mozzarella or your choice
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, tomato sauce, chicken stock, and fajita seasoning until smooth.
  3. Toss the cubed chicken with the remaining fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the seasoned chicken to the prepared baking dish, then spread the creamy mixture evenly over it.
  5. Distribute the sliced bell peppers and minced onion over the top.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over everything.
  7. Bake for 15–25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  8. Broil briefly for a golden, bubbly top if desired.