Description
This Easy Chicken Fajita Casserole is a delightful blend of creamy sauce, seasoned chicken, and colorful bell peppers. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, its irresistible flavor and simple preparation make it a go-to dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 2 cups uncooked instant rice
- 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with chilies, undrained
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1.12 oz packet fajita seasoning
- 8 oz shredded Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix chicken, rice, soup, sour cream, and peppers until combined.
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and seasoning; mix well.
- Pour mixture into the baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove foil, top with cheese, and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Let it stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 hours or refrigerate for 3-5 days; can freeze for 3 months.
To reheat, thaw and warm in a 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes covered.
Add extra vegetables like corn or black beans for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg