Chicken Fajita Casserole

5 from 3 votes

An easy Chicken Fajita Casserole Recipe that is made in one pan with only a few ingredients. A healthy, quick and delicious dinner.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword chicken fajita casserole

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings people

Calories 411kcal

WW Freestyle Points 7

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast (about 3-4 breasts depending on size ) pound to even thickness. Should be no more than 1.5 inches thick
3 tablespoons taco seasoning divided 2.5 for chicken and ½ tbsp, for rice mixture
1 cup bell pepper chopped
1 cup onion chopped
1/2 tablespoon jalapeño deseeded & minced- OPTIONAL
3 teaspoon garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ cup nonfat greek yogurt
½ cup Mexican blend cheese or cheddar, divided
16 ounces frozen brown rice-uncooked

Note: You want to use a pan you can transfer to the oven (stainless steel, cast iron , or a cast iron enamel braising pot are all great. Do not use Teflon or anything with a plastic handle).
Spray a pan with olive oil and heat over medium high heat. Season the outside of the chicken with 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning.
When the pan is hot, brown the chicken on each side for about 2 minutes per side. When it’s brown on each side, remove it and set aside on a plate.
Add in the onion, pepper, garlic, and jalapeño to the pan. Sauté for 2 minutes or until translucent.
Move the pan off the heat and add in the frozen brown rice, Greek yogurt, ¼ cup cheese, 1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning, salt and pepper. Stir together then place the chicken breasts on top.
Cover with foil and bake at 400 degrees for 25-27 minutes or until the chicken is 165 in the center.
Remove the foil and add the remaining ¼ cup of cheese. Turn the oven to broil and broil until the cheese is melted and starting to crisp.
Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes, garnish with fresh pico and avocado and serve.

Chicken Fajita Casserole

Amount Per Serving (2 cups chicken, rice, vegetables (estimated))

Calories 411 Calories from Fat 72

% Daily Value*

Fat 8g12%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 2g

Cholesterol 119mg40%

Sodium 592mg26%

Potassium 921mg26%

Carbohydrates 36g12%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 5g6%

Protein 46g92%

Vitamin A 1499IU30%

Vitamin C 56mg68%

Calcium 225mg23%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. This is an estimate and can vary pending your ingredients

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