This Gooey Keto Chicken Fajita Casserole is Packed with Flavor!

Keto Chicken Fajita Casserole

yield: 6 SERVINGS

prep time: 40 MINUTES

cook time: 20 MINUTES

total time: 60 MINUTES

Ingredients

For the fajita seasoning:

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

For the casserole:

Toppings (optional):

  • avocado or guacamole
  • jalapeño, sliced
  • sour cream

Directions

1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x13 casserole dish and set aside. Mix all the fajita seasoning ingredients together in a small bowl.

2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, and then sauté the chopped peppers, onions, Rotel tomatoes, and 1 tablespoon of the fajita seasoning for 5 minutes or until tender.

3

In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken, cream cheese, the remaining fajita seasoning, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Mix together well.

4

Spread the chicken mixture in the casserole dish. Top with sautéed peppers and onions mix.

5

Add the remaining cup of shredded cheese to the top and place in the oven for 20 minutes to melt the cheese.

6

Serve with all your favorite taco toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Yield: 6, Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: 407 Calories | 32.1g Fat | 11.7g Total Carbs | 2.8g Fiber | 6.9g Sugar | 19.3g Protein | 8.9g Net Carbs

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Bake a hearty chicken fajita casserole featuring a rainbow of sautéed peppers and a delicious blend of cheeses and seasonings.

chicken fajita casserole

This twist on chicken fajitas needs to be on your dinner table tonight!

I don’t know about you but I can never have enough casseroles in my recipe book. My family requests my chicken fajita casserole often and I sure do enjoy making it. It’s packed with flavor from the various peppers, onions, and a homemade keto fajita seasoning. This low-carb casserole will have you dancing in your seat.

Give your casserole a kick!

I’m a huge fan of peppers so I used all the colors, but if you aren’t a fan of certain bell pepper varieties, you can double up on the ones you love. Add some fresh sliced avocados or guacamole, and a dollop of sour cream, and your Taco Tuesday will be better than ever!

ingredients for keto chicken fajita casserole in the counter

diced peppers and onions

compiling homemade fajita mix

sauteed peppers with rotel in a frying pan

cream cheese with chicken in a bowl

adding cheese to bowl

seasoned shredded chicken in a casserole dish

casserole before baking

keto fajitas casserole in the oven

plate of homemade chicken casserole


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Keto Chicken Fajita Casserole

yield: 6 SERVINGS

prep time: 40 MINUTES

cook time: 20 MINUTES

total time: 60 MINUTES

This delicious Mexican-inspired keto chicken fajita casserole is filled with peppers, cheese, chicken, and more. A low-carb casserole your entire family will love!

Ingredients

For the fajita seasoning:

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

For the casserole:

Toppings (optional):

  • avocado or guacamole
  • jalapeño, sliced
  • sour cream

Directions

1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x13 casserole dish and set aside. Mix all the fajita seasoning ingredients together in a small bowl.

2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, and then sauté the chopped peppers, onions, Rotel tomatoes, and 1 tablespoon of the fajita seasoning for 5 minutes or until tender.

3

In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken, cream cheese, the remaining fajita seasoning, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Mix together well.

4

Spread the chicken mixture in the casserole dish. Top with sautéed peppers and onions mix.

5

Add the remaining cup of shredded cheese to the top and place in the oven for 20 minutes to melt the cheese.

6

Serve with all your favorite taco toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Yield: 6, Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: 407 Calories | 32.1g Fat | 11.7g Total Carbs | 2.8g Fiber | 6.9g Sugar | 19.3g Protein | 8.9g Net Carbs

Brought to you by Hip2Keto.

keto chicken fajita casserole piece being pulled from pan

Tips for making the best keto chicken fajita casserole:

  • I bought shredded chicken already cooked from the store for convenience. You can boil chicken breasts instead, and then shred the meat for this recipe.
  • I compiled a homemade keto fajita seasoning for this casserole — it really tastes so much better than store-bought. However, if you’re running short on time, feel free to grab a package of your favorite low-carb taco seasoning instead.
  • I didn’t drain the can of Rotel tomatoes when adding them to this recipe. By not draining, it really boosts the flavor while achieving the perfect consistency.

easy keto fajita casserole on a plate

A real fiesta for your taste buds!

This keto chicken fajita casserole combines all of my favorite Mexican-inspired flavors into one delicious dish. I love ordering fajitas at restaurants when I go out and I always skip the tortillas to save on carbs. But with this casserole, you won’t even miss them. I gotta tell ya, it’s even better reheated the next day for lunch. 😋

Love Mexican food too? Check out all of our keto Mexican recipes!

plate of keto chicken fajita casserole

Here’s what my teammate Jenna had to say about this recipe:

“This keto chicken fajita casserole is so tasty! I love the fresh-tasting peppers combined with the creamy chicken. The homemade keto taco seasoning really gives it a great flavor, and the cream cheese all mixed in is such a home run. Also, this reheats beautifully, and I may or may not have had some for breakfast the next morning! 😋”


Make these chile lime jicama sticks for an appetizer!


About the writer:

Ashley Mott is a keto recipe developer and has over 2 years of experience as a content creator. She studied design and historic preservation. She has always loved testing new and innovative recipes.


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Comments 12

  1. Deb

    This is awesome over some cauliflower rice.

    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      Yummy! Thanks for the suggestion, Deb!

  2. Amber (Hip Sidekick)

    Thanks so much for letting us know what you thought of it!

  3. Better Me

    I made this for dinner tonight. It was fantastic!

    • Collin (Mrs. Hip)

      Yay! SO glad to hear how yummy it turned out! Thanks for the feedback!

  4. Brenda Young

    Love all the recipes!

    • Jennifer (Hip Sidekick)

      Thank you for letting us know!

  5. Better Me

    This is delicious.

  6. KayleighW

    My husband said last night, “I think this one’s a keeper!” 😋

    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      Yay! SO glad he enjoyed it! 🙌 Thanks a bunch for the update!

  7. Caseyd139

    Great recipe! I took my leftovers and wrapped them in a low carb burrito and fried it 🤤 I also bought the full star vegetable slicer from this recipe and it was the best decision!!

    • Jessica (Hip Sidekick)

      YAY! SO happy that you loved it! 😋❤️

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