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Chicken Fajita Casserole

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This Chicken Fajita Casserole is a comforting dish bursting with Tex-Mex flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup Instant Rice
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Low-fat options are acceptable.
  • 16 oz Frozen Diced Onion & Bell Pepper Blend Fresh vegetables can be sautéed beforehand.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Chilies Choose mild or hot according to preference.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium variant can control salt levels.
  • 1 packet Fajita Seasoning Use your preferred brand.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese Can substitute with cheddar or pepper jack.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chop and sprinkle on top.
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Jalapeños Add on top for extra heat.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, uncooked instant rice, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream.
  3. Add frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend, diced tomatoes (with liquid), chicken broth, and fajita seasoning. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Cover with aluminum foil.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes until the rice is tender and casserole is bubbly.
  6. Remove from oven, uncover, and sprinkle shredded Mexican blend cheese on top. Return to oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  7. Let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is flexible; feel free to customize with your favorite beans or proteins and adjust spice levels as desired.

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