Chicken Fajita Casserole

Total Time Prep: 25 min. Bake: 25 min.
Yield 6 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
Chicken fajita casserole is a creamy and cheesy one-dish recipe perfect for busy weeknights. It's a flavorful and fast meal made with precooked chicken, instant rice and a packet of fajita seasoning mix.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium green pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
  • 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
  • Optional: Guacamole and tortilla chips

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add peppers and onion; cook until tender, 4-5 minutes. Stir in rice, diced tomatoes, broth and fajita seasoning. Simmer on low until rice is tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in chicken, sour cream and 1 cup of cheese.
  2. Cover; bake for 15 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake until cheese is bubbly and golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Serve with guacamole and tortilla chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 447 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 1086mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein.

Baked to a golden brown, this cheesy chicken fajita casserole can be topped or served with all your favorite fixings, like guacamole and tortilla chips. It uses instant rice, making it a convenient and pantry-friendly dish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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