Description
This Chicken Fajita Noodle Casserole combines tender chicken seasoned with fajita spices, sautéed bell peppers and onions, creamy soup and sour cream, tender egg noodles, and melted Mexican cheese blend for a hearty, flavorful, and comforting baked dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1¼ pounds boneless chicken breast or tenders
- 1 (1-oz) package fajita seasoning
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (red, yellow, green)
- ½ large onion, chopped
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
Soup Mixture
- 2 (10.5-oz) cans unsalted cream of chicken soup
- 1 (16-oz) container sour cream
Pasta and Cheese
- 1 (12-oz) package egg noodles
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Noodles: Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken into small, bite-sized pieces. Toss the chicken pieces with the fajita seasoning to evenly coat them and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables and Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped bell peppers and onions, cooking them for 3 to 5 minutes until they start to soften. Then add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Combine Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and 1½ cups of the shredded Mexican cheese blend. Stir in the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture, then fold in the cooked egg noodles until everything is evenly coated.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch pan. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded Mexican cheese evenly on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier casserole.
- Feel free to use different cheese blends like cheddar or Monterey Jack if preferred.
- Adjust fajita seasoning to taste, adding extra for more spice.
- For a lower-fat option, use reduced-fat sour cream and cheese.
- Allow casserole to rest 5 minutes after baking for easier serving.
