Chicken Fajita Casserole

5 from 8 votes

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

WW Freestyle Points 7

Prep Time : 10 minutes

Cook Time : 30 minutes

Total Time : 40 minutes

Serves : people

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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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