Chicken Fajitas Casserole (Printer-Friendly)
Tender chicken, sautéed peppers, and melted cheese come together in this cheesy, savory casserole.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Protein
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1 pound cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts, shredded
→ Vegetables
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1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
→ Dairy
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cut into pieces
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8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
→ Oils & Seasonings
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1½ tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
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¼ teaspoon salt
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
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Shred cooked chicken breasts and place in a large mixing bowl.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced green and red bell peppers and yellow onion. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt and cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
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Remove skillet from heat and transfer sautéed vegetables to the bowl with shredded chicken. Set aside.
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In a separate large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, half of the shredded cheddar, fajita seasoning mix, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
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Add the cream cheese mixture to the chicken and vegetable bowl. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
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Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
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Place in preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until hot and bubbly with melted cheese on top.
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Remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve warm.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
For best texture, soften cream cheese prior to mixing and avoid overcooking vegetables to maintain slight crispness.
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Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to allow flavors to meld and improve slicing.