Delicious and Flavorful Chicken Fajita Casserole Recipe

This chicken fajita casserole is the perfect comfort food with a Tex-Mex twist. Made with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a blend of spices, this dish is bursting with flavor. The casserole is then topped with a layer of ooey-gooey cheese and baked until golden and bubbly. It's easy to make and satisfies even the pickiest eaters. Serve it with some tortilla chips and guacamole for a complete meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.
3. Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips as well.
4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
5. Add the chicken strips and cook until they are no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes.
6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
7. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onion.
8. Cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
9. Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
10. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
11. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
12. Transfer the chicken and vegetable mixture to the greased baking dish.
13. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
14. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
15. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
16. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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