Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Chicken Fajita Casserole, where tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and melted cheddar cheese come together for a delightful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make dish bursts with zesty flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. With minimal prep time and maximum satisfaction, it’s a recipe you’ll want to keep in your weekly rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- Optional: fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced chicken until golden brown (7-10 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Add sliced onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for an additional minute until aromatic.
- Gently fold in black beans, then transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg