Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole (Printable Format)

All the flavors of chicken fajitas baked into one easy casserole. Ready in 60 minutes with minimal cleanup!

# What You'll Gather:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
04 - 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
05 - 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
06 - 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel)
07 - 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
08 - 2 cups chicken broth
09 - 1 packet (1 oz) fajita seasoning
10 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Optional Toppings

11 - Sour cream for cooling things down
12 - Fresh salsa or pico de gallo
13 - Sliced avocado or guacamole
14 - Fresh cilantro for brightness

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. This will be your one-dish wonder for the whole family!
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and cook until they're nicely browned on all sides - this adds so much flavor to the final dish.
03 - Toss in the chopped onion and sliced bell peppers. Cook everything together for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the onions are translucent. Your kitchen should smell amazing right about now!
04 - Stir in both cans of diced tomatoes (don't drain them - that liquid helps cook the rice), the uncooked rice, chicken broth, and fajita seasoning. Give it all a good stir and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
05 - Pour the entire mixture into your prepared baking dish. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. The rice should absorb most of the liquid and become perfectly tender.
06 - Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Bake uncovered for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it cool for just a few minutes before serving with all your favorite toppings.

# Important Tips:

01 - This is a perfect weeknight dinner that combines all the flavors of chicken fajitas in an easy casserole format.
02 - You can adjust the spice level by using mild or hot fajita seasoning, or add some jalapeños for extra heat.
03 - Brown rice can be substituted, but you'll need to add more broth and extend the cooking time by about 15 minutes.
04 - Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat beautifully in the microwave.
05 - This casserole is great for meal prep - you can assemble it ahead and bake when ready to eat.

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