Chicken Fajita Casserole

Health score
30%
Chicken Fajita Casserole
75 min.
6
418kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine? Look no further than this delicious Chicken Fajita Casserole! Perfectly blending the vibrant flavors of traditional fajitas with the comforting layers of a casserole, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. With a preparation time of just 75 minutes, you can easily whip up a satisfying meal that serves six, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy family dinner.

This casserole is not only packed with flavor but also offers a balanced nutritional profile, with each serving containing approximately 418 calories. The combination of refried beans, zesty tomato sauce, and savory fajita seasoning creates a rich base that complements the tender Southwest-seasoned chicken and colorful stir-fry bell peppers and onions. Topped with a generous layer of melted Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Whether you're looking for a hearty main course, a delightful side dish, or a satisfying lunch option, this Chicken Fajita Casserole checks all the boxes. It's easy to prepare, and the layers of flavor will have everyone coming back for seconds. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a comforting meal that brings the fiesta right to your table!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz refried beans traditional canned
  • 15 oz tomato sauce canned
  • oz old bay seasoning 
  • oz chicken tenderloins frozen thawed cooked
  • 8.2 oz flour tortilla soft for tacos and fajitas (10 count
  • lb bell pepper frozen thawed drained
  • oz colby cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix refried beans, tomato sauce and fajita seasoning mix. Stir in chicken.
  2. Spread 1/2 cup of the bean mixture over bottom of baking dish. Arrange 4 tortillas, overlapping if necessary, in baking dish. Top with half of remaining bean mixture, half of the stir-fry vegetables and 1 cup of the cheese. Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, bean mixture, stir-fry vegetables and cheese.
  3. Cover baking dish with foil.
  4. Bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 to 20 minutes longer or until hot and bubbly.
  5. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories418kcal
Protein25.23%
Fat36.82%
Carbs37.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25
Glycemic Load
10.17
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.769130551297%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:417.79kcal
20.89%
Fat:17.13g
26.35%
Saturated Fat:9.24g
57.73%
Carbohydrates:39.72g
13.24%
Net Carbohydrates:32g
11.64%
Sugar:9.37g
10.41%
Cholesterol:63.12mg
21.04%
Sodium:1337.73mg
58.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.41g
52.81%
Vitamin C:102.8mg
124.61%
Vitamin A:3249.47IU
64.99%
Vitamin K:47.64µg
45.37%
Selenium:28.57µg
40.81%
Calcium:404.84mg
40.48%
Phosphorus:388.73mg
38.87%
Vitamin B3:7.77mg
38.83%
Vitamin B6:0.72mg
36.15%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.34%
Fiber:7.72g
30.86%
Iron:5.2mg
28.92%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.29%
Folate:92.6µg
23.15%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
19.87%
Potassium:656.1mg
18.75%
Vitamin E:2.46mg
16.43%
Magnesium:59.69mg
14.92%
Zinc:2.11mg
14.04%
Vitamin B5:1.21mg
12.08%
Copper:0.2mg
10.09%
Vitamin B12:0.4µg
6.65%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.8%