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Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole

Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole

Cost $15, save $20

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  • 55 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Grains

    • 1 ¼ cups long-grain white rice

  • Herbs & Citrus

    • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
    • 2 limes, zested and juiced
    • 1 lime, cut into wedges

  • Chicken

    • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch slices

  • Vegetables

    • 2 small bell peppers, thinly sliced
    • 🧅 1 large red onion, thinly sliced

  • Seasonings & Oils

    • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 🧂 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Liquid

    • 1 ½ cups chicken broth

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2

Add uncooked rice to a dry saucepan over medium; cook, stirring constantly, until rice is fragrant and no longer translucent, 3 to 4 minutes.

3

Transfer to an ungreased 13- x 9-inch baking dish and stir in cilantro, lime zest, and lime juice; mix until combined.

4

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.

5

Transfer to baking dish and place in an even layer over rice mixture. Pour in chicken broth and cover with aluminum foil.

6

Bake in preheated oven until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender, about 45 to 50 minutes.

7

Remove from oven, uncover, and top with desired toppings. Serve with lime wedges.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

256

Calories

  • 23
    Protein
  • 30
    Carbs
  • 5
    Fats

💡 Toast the rice before cooking to enhance its flavor and give it a nutty taste.Customize toppings such as shredded Cheddar cheese, sour cream, or chopped tomatoes to suit your preference.Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated easily.