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Creamy Fajita Chicken Casserole for Cozy Weeknight Dinners
A delicious and comforting casserole combining tender chicken, colorful peppers, and a creamy cheese sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
protein
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
vegetables
- 2 cups bell peppers (any color) (sliced)
- 1 medium sweet onion (sliced)
dairy
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup tomato sauce (homemade or low-sodium)
- 1 packet fajita seasoning (divided)
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1 medium avocado (sliced, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté chicken and sliced peppers and onion until cooked through.
- Mix cream cheese, tomato sauce, chicken stock, and half of the fajita seasoning; combine with cooked chicken and vegetables.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with shredded cheddar, and bake for 20 minutes.
- Serve topped with sour cream and sliced avocado.
Notes
Use low-sodium tomato sauce and chicken stock to reduce sodium content.