Delicious Fajita Chicken Casserole for Quick Family Dinners

This Fajita Chicken Casserole is a quick, hearty meal combining bold flavors and creamy textures, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups shredded cooked chicken can substitute with rotisserie chicken
1 cup instant rice can use brown rice, adjust liquid
1 can cream of chicken soup can substitute with cream of mushroom
1 cup sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
1 cup frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend can use fresh vegetables

For the Zesty Blend

1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies can swap with any canned tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth can substitute with vegetable broth
1 packet fajita seasoning can use homemade spices

For the Topping

1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese can use Cheddar or Monterey Jack

Equipment

mixing bowl
9x13 inch baking dish

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your equipment.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, instant rice, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Add in the frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend, canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, chicken broth, and fajita seasoning. Mix thoroughly.
Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded Mexican blend cheese generously over the top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and the rice is tender.
Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is great for leftovers and can be made ahead of time.

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