Description
Dive into a fiesta of flavors with this Easy Chicken Fajita Casserole. This one-pan wonder features succulent chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty spices, topped with gooey cheese for a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Enjoy the warmth and joy this dish brings to your table, guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups shredded cheese (sharp cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (optional)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced chicken in olive oil until golden brown (7-10 minutes).
- Add sliced bell peppers and onion; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in fajita seasoning until evenly coated.
- Mix in black beans and optional rice/quinoa.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with shredded cheese, and bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg