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Simple Hamburger Fajita Casserole

Easy Simple Hamburger Fajita Casserole for Busy Nights

This Simple Hamburger Fajita Casserole is a comforting, quick-to-make dish perfect for busy nights and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 3 cups Bell Peppers (Green, Yellow, Red) Mix any combination.
  • 1 cup Onion Can use shallots for a milder touch.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Can swap with vegetable broth.
  • 1/2 cup Cream Half-and-half is a good substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best.
  • 1 tsp Oregano Adjust for taste.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Adjust for taste.
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Adjust for taste.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adjust for taste.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Brightens flavor.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Consider using Pepper Jack for a spicy kick.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice the bell peppers into 1/4-inch strips and the onion into thin half-moons.
  3. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Drain excess fat after browning the beef.
  5. Sauté the peppers and onions in a separate skillet with a touch of oil until soft, roughly 7-8 minutes.
  6. Mix the cream cheese, chicken stock, and cream into the beef skillet, stirring until smooth.
  7. Add minced garlic, oregano, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and lime juice to the beef mixture and whisk until combined.
  8. Combine the sautéed veggies with the beef mixture in a baking dish.
  9. Top generously with cheddar cheese and bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best experience, serve with warm tortillas.

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