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chicken fajita rice casserole

Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole: 5 Reasons to Love It


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious chicken fajita rice casserole that combines tender chicken, bell peppers, and rice in a flavorful mix.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 can black beans, drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, chicken, bell pepper, onion, black beans, corn, salsa, cumin, and chili powder.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
  4. Top with shredded cheese.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
  6. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use leftover chicken for quicker prep.
  • Add more vegetables if desired.
  • Adjust spices to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken, fajita, rice, casserole