Chicken Fajita Rice Casserole |Easy Recipe

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are often less expensive and still nutritious.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs offer a more economical option with similar flavor.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Brown rice is often less expensive and adds fiber.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a skillet, combine chicken broth, rice, green chilis, corn, black beans, and diced bell peppers.

Season with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, Cajun seasoning, and oregano; stir to combine.

Bring mixture to a simmer, then transfer to a greased baking dish.

Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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