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Chicken Fajita Casserole

Chicken Fajita Casserole

Chicken fajita casserole combines tender chicken, sauteed onions and peppers, and tortilla chips for a simple satisfying meal. This Chicken Fajita Casserole is perfect for a bustling weeknight family dinner or stealing the spotlight at your next potluck gathering! This dish is a true crowd-pleaser by combining the deliciousness of flavorful chicken fajitas with crispy tortilla chips to make a casserole with a delightful crunch that’s irresistible!

Author: Weelicious

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 12 servings

Calories: 441 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp - olive, avocado, vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 - yellow onion
  • 3 - bell peppers
  • 1 bag - tortilla chips
  • 16 ounces - cheddar cheese
  • 2 jars - salsa verde or tomatillo salsa
  • 1 cup - sour cream
  • 4 cups - chicken
  • a pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and bell peppers along with 1 teaspoon of salt and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables just begin to soften. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool.
  3. Take 12 ounces (about 3/4) of the tortilla chips and break them into smaller pieces.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked onions and peppers, shredded chicken, salsa verde, sour cream, broken-up tortilla chips, and three-quarters of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix everything together until well combined, ensuring that all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a 13 x 9-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly to create a smooth surface. Cover the dish with aluminum foil to prevent the casserole from drying out during baking.
  6. Bake covered for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and add the remaining tortilla chips and shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with sliced avocado, if desired, and serve hot, straight from the baking dish.

Nutrition

Energy: 441 kcal | Total Fat: 30 g | Saturated: 12 g | Trans: 0 g | Cholesterol: 85 mg | Total Carbs: 22 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugars: 3 g | Proteins: 20 g | Sodium: 1,037 mg | Polyunsaturated: 5 g | Monounsaturated: 9 g

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