How to Make Chicken Fajita Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of Mexican cuisine, then you're in for a treat with this delicious and easy-to-make Chicken Fajita Bake recipe. This dish takes all the traditional flavors of fajitas and combines them into a flavorful and hearty casserole that's perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your meal rotation.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
  • ½ large onion, cut into strips
  • ¾ cup water
  • 2 (1.27 ounce) packets fajita seasoning
  • 10 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut in quarters
  • 1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ¼ cup green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 36 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 6 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until browned on all sides, about 6 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • Heat oil in the hot skillet. Add tomato, bell pepper, and onion; cook and stir until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in cooked chicken, water, and fajita seasoning.
  • Line the bottom of the prepared pan with 5 tortillas; pour pinto beans on top. Spread 1/2 of the chicken mixture over the beans; cover with Cheddar cheese. Layer the remaining tortillas, black beans, and chicken mixture on top. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tortillas are lightly browned and chicken juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes. Top with green onions and cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    449 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 1239mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 294mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 653mg