Description
A flavorful one-pan Fajita Chicken Casserole featuring shredded chicken, bell peppers, onions, and spices baked with rice and topped with melted cheese. This easy and satisfying dish is perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups instant rice, uncooked
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with chilies, undrained
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 1 packet (1.12 oz) fajita seasoning
- 1 bag (8 oz) shredded Mexican blend cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, uncooked instant rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, frozen onion and bell pepper blend, diced tomatoes with chilies, chicken broth, and fajita seasoning. Stir well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3-4 days, or frozen for longer storage.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- To make in advance, assemble the casserole and refrigerate uncooked, then bake when ready.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: N/A
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