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Fajita Casserole

Easy Fajita Casserole: Your New Family Dinner Delight

This Easy Fajita Casserole combines shredded chicken, zesty fajita spices, and melty cheese for a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend Feel free to experiment with your favorite cheese blend.
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast (shredded) Leftover rotisserie chicken or turkey works well.
  • 1 cup Dry Instant Rice You can replace it with instant brown rice for more fiber.
  • 1 can Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup Homemade soup can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Consider lactose-free alternatives if needed.
  • 1 cup Frozen Mixed Diced Onions and Bell Peppers Fresh vegetables can also be used.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies Includes juices for added moisture.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Provides flavor and prevents rice from drying out.
  • 1 packet Fajita Spice Mix Use store-bought for authentic flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fajita Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, dry rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mixed vegetables, diced tomatoes, chicken stock, and fajita spice mix. Stir well.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  4. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil, sprinkle cheddar on top, and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
  6. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a fresh salad or alongside a Jalapeno Popper Casserole for a complete Tex-Mex feast.

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