Cheesy Baked Chicken Fajita Casserole: Quick & Flavorful Dinner
A simple and flavorful baked chicken fajita casserole with tender chicken, bell peppers, and onions, all seasoned with classic fajita spices and topped with melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix chicken, bell peppers, and onions.
3. Add olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
4. Spread mixture in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Bake for 25 minutes.
6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and bake for 5 more minutes.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For spicier fajitas, add 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper.
Serve with tortillas, rice, or sour cream.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.