Description
This Fajita Chicken Casserole is a flavorful and comforting baked dish combining shredded chicken, fajita seasoning, instant rice, creamy soup, and a blend of vegetables topped with melted Mexican cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, it offers the bold flavors of fajitas in an easy-to-make casserole format.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Base
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 3 large breasts)
- 2 cups instant rice
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (1.12-ounce) packet fajita seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
Vegetables and Mix-ins
- 1 cup frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with chilies (like Ro*Tel), undrained
Cheese
- 1 (8-ounce) shredded Mexican blend cheese (about 2 cups), divided
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or casserole pan to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded cooked chicken, instant rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend, diced tomatoes with chilies (undrained), chicken broth, fajita seasoning, and half of the shredded Mexican blend cheese. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Bake the Casserole: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
- Add Remaining Cheese and Finish Baking: Remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle the remaining shredded Mexican blend cheese evenly over the top, and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious, hearty fajita chicken casserole!
Notes
- You can use leftover rotisserie chicken to make this recipe even easier.
- If you prefer, substitute brown rice for instant rice, but increase the cooking time accordingly.
- Adjust the amount of fajita seasoning based on your spice preference.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- For a creamier texture, add an extra 1/4 cup of sour cream.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.
