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Chicken Fajita Casserole

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

Serves:

8 Servings

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About the Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 large onion, sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons homemade fajita seasoning (or 1 packet store-bought)

  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed

  • 1 1⁄2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey jack cheese

  • 1⁄4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1


Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.


Step 2


Season the chicken pieces with half of the fajita seasoning. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.


Step 3


Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the remaining fajita seasoning.


Step 4


Pour the vegetable mixture over the chicken in the baking dish. Add the undrained diced tomatoes and green chiles. Stir to combine.


Step 5


Dot the softened cream cheese evenly over the chicken and vegetables. Top with the shredded cheese.


Step 6


Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving. Enjoy!







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