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How to Make Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of fajitas and casseroles, then this Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole is a must-try dish for you! This recipe takes all the delicious flavors of traditional chicken fajitas and combines them with rice and cheese to create a hearty and satisfying casserole that the whole family will love.

With tender pieces of chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions, this casserole is packed with protein and veggies, making it a nutritious and balanced meal. The addition of rice adds a ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups long-grain white rice
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 limes, zested and juiced
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • 2 small bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Information

  • Active Time: 15 mins
  • Bake Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Add uncooked rice to a dry saucepan over medium; cook, stirring constantly, until rice is fragrant and no longer translucent, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer to an ungreased 13- x 9-inch baking dish and stir in cilantro, lime zest, and lime juice; mix until combined.
  • Place chicken, bell peppers, onion, fajita seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and toss until chicken and vegetables are evenly coated.
  • Transfer to baking dish and place in an even layer over rice mixture. Pour in chicken broth and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender, about 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, uncover, and top with desired toppings. Serve with lime wedges.

    • Nutrition

    256 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 51mg
    • Sodium: 743mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Potassium: 353mg

    Categories

    Chicken recipes
    Fajita recipes
    Rice recipes
    Casserole recipes