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Fajita Chicken Casserole

Fajita Chicken Casserole – Easy Tex-Mex Dinner Bake

Abby Marlow
Fajita Chicken Casserole combines bold Tex-Mex flavors, tender chicken, colorful peppers, and melty cheese into a creamy, comforting one-pan dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Tex-Mex
Servings 6 servings
Calories 390 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
  • Olive oil, for greasing

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Slice all bell peppers and onions into thin strips.
  • Toss cubed chicken with fajita seasoning until evenly coated.
  • Layer the seasoned chicken in the bottom of the dish.
  • Top with sliced onions and peppers.
  • Dot cream cheese cubes evenly across the top.
  • Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

- Add black beans or corn for extra texture.
- Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep.
- Try with Monterey Jack cheese for a gooier finish.
Keyword chicken bake, fajita casserole, one-pan meal, tex-mex dinner, weeknight dinner