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Hearty Chicken Fajita Casserole

Hearty Chicken Fajita Casserole

Delicious Hearty Chicken Fajita Casserole ready in just 55 minutes, packed with chicken and vibrant peppers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 breasts boneless, skinless chicken (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 2 cups mixed bell peppers, chopped (red, yellow, green)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with taco seasoning and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions and bell peppers until tender (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. In the prepared baking dish, layer sautéed vegetables followed by chicken pieces. Pour the chicken broth over the top and dollop with sour cream. Finish with shredded cheese.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  6. Allow it to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20g

Notes

This dish is incredibly versatile; feel free to swap chicken for beef or tofu, and add more vegetables as desired.

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