Chicken Fajita Casserole

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This chicken fajita casserole combines classic fajita veggies and chicken thighs with corn tortillas and spices in one skillet for an easy dinner. Chicken thighs are tender and flavorful, but chicken breast or leftover chicken will work well too. Serve this easy casserole topped with your favorite fixings, like sour cream, avocado, salsa and/or chopped tomato.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on March 27, 2024

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

a recipe photo of the Chicken Fajita Casserole — Photo: Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman

Active Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Sesame-Free Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons avocado oil
1 large red bell pepper, sliced
1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
4 teaspoons chili powder
2 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 ¼ teaspoons garlic powder
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
2 ½ cups sliced cooked chicken thighs
1 tablespoon lime juice
6 (6-inch) corn tortillas, halved and cut into 1-inch strips
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add red and yellow peppers and onion; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper together in a small bowl. Set aside 1 teaspoon spice mixture and sprinkle the remaining spices over the vegetables. Continue cooking and stirring until softened, about 4 minutes more.

Rachel Marek
Combine cooked chicken and the reserved spice mix in a medium bowl; add to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until the chicken is warmed, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice. Gently stir in tortilla strips. Sprinkle with cheese. Transfer to the oven and bake until the casserole is hot and the cheese is melted, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Rachel Marek

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, June 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

474	Calories
28g	Fat
25g	Carbs
31g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 1/4 cups
Calories 474
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 25g	9%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 31g	62%
Total Fat 28g	36%
Saturated Fat 8g	40%
Cholesterol 143mg	48%
Vitamin A 2460IU	49%
Vitamin C 139mg	154%
Vitamin D 12IU	3%
Vitamin E 2mg	13%
Folate 41mcg	10%
Vitamin K 12mcg	10%
Sodium 710mg	31%
Calcium 221mg	17%
Iron 3mg	17%
Magnesium 44mg	10%
Potassium 520mg	11%
Zinc 3mg	27%
Vitamin B12 1mcg	42%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Chicken Fajita Casserole

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