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Best Chicken Fajita Casserole in a rustic dish with melted cheese, cilantro, and lime, served on a wooden table with tortilla chips and bell peppers

Best Chicken Fajita Casserole

This Chicken Fajita Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! A perfect mix of tender chicken, sautéed bell peppers, and melted cheese. It's easy, hearty, and full of flavor, making it a great dish for family dinners or meal prep!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb diced Chicken breasts
  • 2 medium Bell peppers sliced
  • 1 medium Onions sliced
  • 2 tbsp Fajita seasoning
  • 1 cup Tortilla chips crushed
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • for serving Sour cream optional
  • for garnish Cilantro optional
  • for serving Lime wedges optional

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook the diced chicken over medium heat until golden brown. Season with fajita seasoning and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté the bell peppers and onions until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. In a baking dish, layer the crushed tortilla chips, followed by the cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, and a layer of shredded cheese. Repeat the layers.
  5. Bake the casserole for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro, serve with sour cream and lime wedges, and enjoy!

Notes

This dish is perfect for family meals and can be made in advance for meal prep. Feel free to customize the toppings to suit your preferences!