Chicken Fajita Casserole

Name: Chicken Fajita Casserole,
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 4 Chicken Breasts (-cut into chunks); 1 Red Bell Pepper (- sliced); 1 Yellow Bell Pepper (- sliced); 1 Green Pepper (- sliced); 1 Onion (- sliced); 2 tbsp Lime Juice; ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream; 2 tsp Fajita Seasoning; 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese (- shredded)

Chicken Fajita Casserole, a simple one dish recipe that can you can make in about a half hour. This recipe feeds six to eight people.

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Chicken Fajita Casserole is a one pan or baking dish meal that can feed up to eight people.

I like how juicy and flavorful this recipe is thanks to the combination of fajita seasonings with lime juice!

Chicken Fajita Casserole, a simple one dish recipe that can you can make in about a half hour. This recipe feeds six to eight people.

Easy Chicken Fajita Casserole.

This tasty fajita dish is a creative way to serve up chicken in a way that about everyone can agree on.

If you are like me then you can appreciate that this dish can be made ahead and then popped into the oven when you are ready to bake it (or set your timer to do so 😉).

Did you try my recipe for Instant Pot Ramen with Chicken?

That instant pot chicken recipe is another quick and tasty meal idea.
Both this fajita chicken recipe and that instant pot recipe are nice ideas for a simple and tasty meal idea.

To make this recipe you will need fajita seasoning. You can find a selection of fajita seasonings here.

Frequently asked questions about Fajita Casseroles.

What exactly are Fajitas?

Technically, Fajitas are said to be a "Tex-Mex" dish rather than Mexican cuisine.
Originally, fajitas were made with steak however, folks enjoy many variations of fajitas these days.

Fajitas are strips or pieces of meat/chicken/protein that are cooked quickly in a skillet with sliced onions and peppers. They are also served with with tortillas, which can be used to hold the ingredients for consumption.

This recipe for fajita casserole takes the ingredients that are commonly used to make fajitas and baked them in a casserole dish rather than on a skillet.

What do you serve with fajita casserole?

As you can see, my fajita casserole was served with rice on the side.
However, there are many options to choose from when it comes to serving this dish.

Try one of these ideas.
🔵Serve with tortillas or wraps to eat this in.
🟡Make this casserole into a dip and serve with tortilla chips.
🟣Or, make a fajita salad by serving the casserole over a bowl of lettuce.

Easy tips for Making Fajitas.

My chicken fajitas were made in a basic 9X13" casserole dish. You can alternatively make yours in separate or individual baking dishes or even in an oven proof cast irons skillet, adjusting the baking time as needed.

More tips for you

Make this recipe even easier by using precooked chicken (like leftovers or rotisserie). You will be able to cut down the baking time using chicken that is already cooked!
Or, you can make this a vegetarian or vegan recipe by using a vegan chicken alternative. A vegan cheese alternative can also be used. Adjustments in baking may be needed for these ideas.
The seasonings that are used for the chicken can be really spicy. I suggest that you wash your hands after using it as a result.

Make a fajita casserole even better!

Yes, this is a simple yet, delicious recipe just as it is.
However, you can make yours even better!

Try one of these ideas.

Serve this recipe with tortillas or wraps to stuff the fajitas into for eating.
Offer tortilla chips and turn this into a dip.
Use the leftovers or make this recipe on a store-bought prepared pizza crust.

About this tasty recipe for chicken casserole.

This is a quick and easy recipe that is as much about the convenience as it is about taste.
It is made with simple ingredients and takes about a half hour to bake.

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We will start by adding cubed chicken breast to the bottom of the baking dish.

Then we will top the chicken with the remaining ingredients.
After topping the ingredients with the cheese, we will bake it in the oven.

Ingredients needed to make this Chicken Fajita Casserole

Chicken Breast. The chicken breast should be trimmed and also cut into cubes that are about one to two inches.
Bell Peppers. Red, yellow, and green. The peppers should first have their stems and seeds removed before slicing them thin.
Onion. The onion should also first be sliced thin. I like a white onion for this recipe.
Lime Juice. Freshly squeezed lime juice is preferred.
Heavy Whipping Cream. Added for creamy moisture and to balance out the ingredients as a result.
Fajita Seasoning. Can you alternatively use a taco or, for example, a similar seasoning? Sure if you prefer to us a seasoning besides the fajita seasoning.
Shredded Cheese. My casserole was made with monterey jack cheese however, you could use the cheese of your choice including a Mexican blend.
Cilantro. Added for garnish.
Serve this with chips, taco shells, tortillas, or with rice and beans.

How to make Chicken Fajita Casserole

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6-8.

Step One: prepare.

Preheat your oven to 400. Prep a 9x13 baking dish well for nonstick.

Step Two: assemble the casserole.

First, place the chicken in a large bowl with the seasoning and use your hands to toss the chicken in the seasoning. Then transfer the chicken to your prepared baking dish, evenly spreading it over the bottom of the dish.
Next, evenly top the chicken with the peppers, onions, heavy whipping cream and lime juice.
Lastly, cover the ingredients with your cheese.

Step Three: bake and serve.

Bake the casserole in the center of your oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink.
Finally, garnish the casserole with the cilantro before serving.
Refrigerate the leftovers covered for about four days.

Expert Tip 👉Serve this dish with white rice or/ and Mexican blend rice.
Also, in addition, for presentation, style the final dish with lime slices and/or wedges.