Description
This fajita chicken casserole blends juicy chicken breast, crisp bell peppers, sweet onion, black beans, and corn, all tossed in zesty salsa and aromatic fajita seasoning. Topped with a generous layer of melted cheese, it bakes to golden perfection, delivering a comforting Mexican‑inspired dinner that’s ready in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights, the casserole offers bold flavor, hearty texture, and easy cleanup, making it a family favorite. Serve with avocado and sour cream on the side
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- tortilla chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook chicken in skillet until browned, add bell pepper, onion, and fajita seasoning; cook until tender.
- Stir in black beans, corn, and salsa; mix well.
- Transfer mixture to greased baking dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake 20‑25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Serve with avocado and sour cream on the side!!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Chicken Breast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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