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Creamy Fajita Chicken Casserole

Creamy Fajita Chicken Casserole: Ultimate Comfort Food Delight

Creamy Fajita Chicken Casserole is a delightful, quick dinner option packed with tender chicken, bell peppers, and a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Chicken (bite-sized pieces) Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work best.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese For a lighter option, try Greek yogurt instead.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Salsa can be used for an extra kick.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Substitute with vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Fajita Spice Mix Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers (sliced) Any color is fine; swap with zucchini for a new twist.
  • 1 medium Onion (sliced) Yellow or red onion recommended.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or pepper jack recommended.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a suitable baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, tomato sauce, chicken stock, half of the fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Place the chicken in the baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining fajita seasoning.
  4. Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken, layer the sliced bell peppers and onions, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 15-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. For a crisp top, broil for an additional 2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  7. Serve hot over cauliflower rice, steamed veggies, or zucchini noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is cut into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. Soften cream cheese before mixing for a smooth consistency.

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