Dump-and-Bake Chicken Fajita Casserole
A flavorful and comforting Dump-and-Bake Chicken Fajita Casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken breast, cubed
- 3 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare a large 9×13-inch baking dish, drizzled with olive oil.
- Toss the cubed chicken, sliced bell peppers, sliced onion, and fajita seasoning in a bowl.
- Dump the mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly. Top with shredded Mexican cheese.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm, letting it rest for a few minutes before digging in.
Notes
Feel free to add beans, mix up the veggies, or try different proteins for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, fajita, casserole, easy dinner, one-pan meal