Fajita Chicken Casserole Bake
A delightful dish that combines the flavors of fajitas into a hearty casserole, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onions, sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 2 cups cheese, shredded (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips or tortillas (optional, for layering)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, bell peppers, onions, black beans, corn, salsa, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
- Layer half of the chicken mixture in a greased baking dish, then half of the cheese. Repeat the layers.
- Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
For a quicker meal, use rotisserie chicken. You can also add other veggies like zucchini or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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