Chicken Fajita Casserole (Easy and Cheesy)
Baked chicken fajita casserole with bell peppers, onion, sour cream, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced into bite-size chunks (4 to 6 ounces each)
- 4 bell peppers, cut into strips (use a mix of colors for visual appeal)
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 recipe or package fajita seasoning mix (taco seasoning is an acceptable substitute)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese brought to room temperature
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- optional garnishes: avocado, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).Cook Chicken:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken in olive oil until fully done. Transfer to a plate and reserve.Sauté Onions and Peppers:
In the same skillet, cook the onions and peppers until they reach your preferred tenderness.Combine Fajita Mixture:
Return the chicken to the skillet, then add fajita seasoning, sour cream, and cream cheese. Stir until well combined.Bake with Cheese:
Top with cheddar cheese and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and melted.Serve with Toppings:
Serve with optional toppings such as avocado, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.