Chicken Fajita Casserole

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2
Tasty and easy-to-make Chicken Fajita Casserole recipe
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 boneless chicken breasts
1 small white onions or 1 small yellow onion , chopped
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
1 red bell pepper , chopped or sliced
1 green bell pepper , chopped or sliced
1 yellow bell pepper , chopped or sliced
3 tablespoons oil
1 can tomatoes and green chilies
2 cans cream of chicken soup , fat free is fine
1/2 package flour tortilla
1 lb monterey jack cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
572
Sugar
5g
Fat
33g
This Chicken Fajita Casserole is a twist on traditional fajitas, taking the flavors of the popular dish and turning them into an easy-to-make casserole. The dish is perfect for busy weeknight meals or a potluck with friends and family. It is easy to customize by adding more or less spices, using different types of cheese, or even adding additional vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or corn.

Instructions

1.Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.
3.In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken until browned.
4.Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are soft.
5.Add the can of tomatoes and green chilies and the cream of chicken soup to the skillet and stir until combined.
6.In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of the chicken mixture.
7.Cover the layer with a layer of flour tortillas and then top with a layer of shredded cheese.
8.Repeat the layers until all of the chicken mixture, tortillas, and cheese have been used.
9.Bake the casserole in the oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This Chicken Fajita Casserole is a delicious and filling meal that can easily be customized to fit individual preferences.

It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken and tortillas.

Plus, it can be prepared ahead of time and baked when ready to eat.

CONS

This casserole is high in calories and sodium due to the use of canned soup and cheese.

It may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This casserole does contain some vegetables, which provide vitamins and minerals.
However, the high levels of sodium and fat may cause health concerns if consumed regularly.

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