Fajita Chicken Casserole
This recipe combines the delicious flavors of fajitas into an easy and comforting casserole. It’s a great way to use leftover cooked chicken or to quickly prepare a flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients (Based on your partial list and common casserole ingredients):
1 pound chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
1 packet (1 oz) fajita seasoning mix
1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
1 onion, sliced (optional, but common in fajitas)
1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom, or a similar creamy soup)
½ cup milk or chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or a Mexican blend work well)
Optional additions:
Diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel) for extra flavor and a bit of heat.
Corn (canned or frozen) for added texture and sweetness.
Black beans, rinsed and drained, for extra protein and fiber.
Sour cream or salsa for topping.
Chopped cilantro for garnish.
Tortilla chips, crushed, for a crunchy topping.
Likely Steps for the Full Recipe:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare Vegetables: If using, sauté the sliced bell pepper and onion in a skillet over medium heat until they are tender-crisp. You can add a little oil or cooking spray to the pan.
Combine Chicken and Seasoning: In a large bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken with the packet of fajita seasoning. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
Prepare the Sauce: In another bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup and milk or chicken broth until smooth.
Assemble the Casserole:
Spread the sautéed vegetables (if using) in the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
Layer the seasoned shredded chicken over the vegetables.
Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken.
If using, stir in diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, or black beans at this stage.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Add Crunchy Topping (Optional): If desired, sprinkle crushed tortilla chips over the cheese.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Rest and Serve: Let the casserole stand for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro, sour cream, or salsa, if desired. Serve warm.
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“Fajita Chicken Casserole recipe”
“Easy Fajita Chicken Casserole”
“Shredded Chicken Fajita Casserole”
These searches should lead you to various websites and blogs that contain the complete recipe with detailed instructions and possibly variations.