This Fajita Chicken Casserole recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or potluck. The combination of shredded chicken, instant rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion and bell pepper blend, diced tomatoes with chilies, and fajita seasoning creates a delicious and creamy casserole that’s sure to be a hit with everyone. The melted cheese on top adds a gooey and cheesy finish to this tasty dish.
To make this recipe even easier, you can use a rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken instead of cooking and shredding the chicken breasts. You can also customize the recipe by adding other vegetables like corn, black beans, or diced zucchini.
Ingredients:
3 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (about 4 cups)
2 cups instant rice
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 cup frozen diced onion and bell pepper blend
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with chilies (such as Ro*Tel), undrained
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 packet (1.12 oz) fajita seasoning
2 cups (8 oz) shredded Mexican blend cheese, divided
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken, instant rice, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, frozen onion and bell pepper blend, diced tomatoes with chilies, chicken broth, fajita seasoning, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until well combined.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top, and return the dish to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot and enjoy!
This Fajita Chicken Casserole is a simple and delicious recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or potluck. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a comforting and filling meal on the table in no time. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of this delicious casserole!
