Fajita Chicken Casserole: All the Sizzle, None of the Skillet!

1. Prep and Preheat

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Sauté Veggies

• In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat.

• Add peppers and onion, sauté until slightly softened (5-6 minutes).

3. Layer the Casserole

1. In the baking dish, combine chicken, sautéed veggies, corn, black beans, and salsa.

2. Sprinkle with seasonings and mix well.

3. Top with shredded cheese and crushed tortilla chips (if using).

4. Bake to Perfection

• Bake 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

• Broil 1-2 minutes for extra golden topping (watch closely!).

5. Serve and Enjoy!

• Garnish with cilantro.

• Serve with sour cream, avocado, or extra salsa.

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💡 Pro Tips

✅ Use pre-cooked chicken – Rotisserie chicken saves time!
✅ Spice it up – Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
✅ Make it creamy – Stir in 4 oz cream cheese with the salsa.
✅ Freeze for later – Assemble unbaked casserole and freeze for up to 3 months.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Over rice – For a hearty bowl.

• With tortilla chips – For scooping!

• As a filling for burritos – Roll up in warm flour tortillas.