Chicken Fajita Casserole
Experience the delightful flavors of a Chicken Fajita Casserole, a hearty dish that transforms traditional fajitas into a creamy and satisfying one-dish meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this casserole features tender shredded chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic onions all enveloped in a rich cream cheese base. Topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese, this keto-friendly recipe is both nutritious and delicious, making it an ideal choice for the whole family. Enjoy the burst of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cooked and shredded chicken breasts
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sauté shredded chicken, bell peppers, and onions for 1-2 minutes until lightly seared.
- Mix cream cheese with fajita seasoning in the same skillet until melted. Return sautéed ingredients to the skillet and stir to coat evenly.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 432
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 668mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 96mg
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