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Best Chicken Fajita Casserole Creamy Cheesy

This creamy, cheesy chicken fajita casserole brings all the vibrant flavors of your favorite fajitas into a comforting, easy-to-make bake perfect for any weeknight. Loaded with tender chicken, colorful peppers, and a rich, zesty sauce, it’s topped with a golden layer of melted cheese.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, sliced
3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
2 tbsp fajita seasoning, divided
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk (any kind)
1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Step 2: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp. Stir in 1 tablespoon of fajita seasoning and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, milk, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of fajita seasoning. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Step 4: Stir the undrained Rotel tomatoes and cooked chicken into the cream cheese mixture until evenly coated.
Step 5: Add the sautéed onion and bell peppers to the chicken and cream cheese mixture. Gently fold everything together until all ingredients are well distributed.
Step 6: Pour the entire mixture into your prepared 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Step 7: In a separate small bowl, combine the shredded Monterey Jack cheese and shredded Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Step 8: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the cheese on top is melted and golden brown. If you desire a crispier, browner top, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Step 9: Remove from oven and let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Enjoy your delicious best chicken fajita casserole creamy cheesy!

Notes

For an extra kick, add sliced jalapeños to the vegetable mixture. This casserole is also fantastic for meal prep; simply store leftovers in airtight containers like Basics Glass Food Storage for easy reheating. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner Dishes
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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