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Close-up of a serving of Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole topped with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.

Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole


  • Author: kitchenpaw.com
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A simple casserole combining chicken, fajita seasoning, rice, and cheese for an easy meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) fajita seasoning mix
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add fajita seasoning, onion, green pepper, and red pepper to the skillet. Cook until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes more.
  4. In a large bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup and water. Stir in the cooked rice and the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Top the casserole evenly with Monterey Jack cheese and cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.

Notes

  • Serve with sour cream or salsa if desired.
  • You can substitute brown rice for white rice.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 750
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 9
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 38
  • Cholesterol: 110

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