All the bold, zesty flavors of sizzling fajitas packed into one cheesy, baked casserole dish. It’s an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 packet fajita seasoning mix
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook chicken:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced chicken and fajita seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Sauté vegetables:
- Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Mix the casserole:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken and veggies with sour cream, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of both cheeses.
- Assemble and bake:
- Pour mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese evenly on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and serve:
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve as-is or with rice, tortillas, or a salad.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: ~400 per serving
Bold flavor, gooey cheese, and a sizzling fajita vibe—all in one pan. This casserole is a fiesta on a fork!