Best 7 Fajita Chicken Rice Skillet Recipes

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Fajita chicken rice skillet is a flavorful and easy-to-make one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. This delicious skillet meal is loaded with tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, savory spices, and fluffy rice, all cooked together in a single skillet for a hassle-free preparation. The result is a vibrant and flavorful dish that's sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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CHICKEN FAJITA SKILLET



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Made in one pan, this creamy Mexican flavored chicken dish has all the wonderful flavors of fajitas. A perfect family dinner recipe any time!

Provided by Kara

Categories     Main Dish: Chicken

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 Tbsp butter
1 small onion, diced
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup diced red pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup raw white rice
2 3/4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup sour cream
3 cups of diced cooked chicken
1 4.5 oz can diced green chilies
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish: avocados, tomatoes, sour cream, cilantro, lime, peppers

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in 2 Tablespoons butter over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add the peppers and cook 2 more minutes. Stir in the garlic.
  • Stir in the uncooked rice, broth, sour cream, chicken, green chilies, salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or till rice is tender, stirring once or twice.
  • Sprinkle cheese over the top. Replace the lid and cook till cheese melts.
  • Serve hot with desired garnishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 101 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 27 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1029 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams unsaturated fat

FAJITA CHICKEN & RICE SKILLET



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Make these chicken fajitas for the whole family, in only 30 minutes.

Provided by Knorr

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Knorr®

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Spread, divided
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into cubes
2 green and/or red bell peppers, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 cups water
1 (5.7 ounce) package Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Cheddar Broccoli

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon Spread in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken, stirring frequently, 5 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Melt remaining 1 tablespoon Spread in same skillet and cook green peppers, onion and chili powder, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in water and Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Cheddar Broccoli and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered 7 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Return chicken to skillet; heat through. Serve, if desired, with warmed flour tortillas, lime wedges, sour cream and finely chopped fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 129.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SKILLET CHICKEN FAJITAS



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Fresh flavor with a flair describes this quick and easy recipe. Fajitas are just right for hot summer evenings when you want to serve something fun and tasty, yet keep cooking to a minimum. Try topping them with sour cream, guacamole or both. -Lindsay St. John, Plainfield, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips
1/2 medium yellow pepper, cut into strips
1/2 medium green pepper, cut into strips
1/2 cup salsa
12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients and 1 tablespoon oil. Add chicken; toss to coat. Let stand 15 minutes., In a large nonstick skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat; saute onion and peppers until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan., In same skillet, saute chicken mixture until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes. Stir in salsa and pepper mixture; heat through. Serve in tortillas. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 999mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

FAJITA-STUFFED CHICKEN AND RICE SKILLET (COOKING FOR 2)



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Enjoy fajitas without the fuss in this easy one-pan stuffed chicken dinner perfect for two.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced yellow onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
4 teaspoons Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix (from 0.85-oz package)
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 oz each)
1 1/4 cups Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/2 cup uncooked regular white rice
2 tablespoons queso fresco cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper and 1 teaspoon of the taco seasoning mix. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables soften; remove from heat. Cool about 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle onion mixture.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and remaining 3 teaspoons taco seasoning mix. In thick side of each chicken breast, cut 3-inch-long pocket to within 1/4 inch of opposite side of breast. Rub chicken breasts with taco seasoning mixture. Spoon half of onion mixture into pocket in each chicken breast. Secure with toothpicks.
  • Heat same skillet over medium heat; add chicken, and cook 1 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove chicken from skillet. Add broth; heat to boiling. Stir in rice; return to boiling. Place chicken over rice. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed and juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Remove toothpicks.
  • Sprinkle with queso fresco cheese and cilantro; serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1030 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

ONE-PAN CHICKEN FAJITA RICE BOWL RECIPE BY TASTY



One-pan Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, white onion, large, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, wild rice, avocado, salt, pepper, cumin, garlic powder, paprika

Provided by Tiffany Lo

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
½ white onion, sliced
2 large, boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups wild rice, cooked, to serve
½ avocado, sliced, optional
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a bowl, mix together the salt, pepper cumin, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Add chicken, peppers, and onions to a baking tray and a pour of oil.
  • Sprinkle seasoning on chicken, bell peppers, and onions.
  • Bake for 20-22 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Serve with avocado slices (optional) and rice of choice now. Or refrigerate in airtight container up to 3-4 days.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 758 calories, Carbohydrate 117 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 46 grams, Sugar 10 grams

FAJITA CHICKEN AND RICE DINNER RECIPE BY TASTY



Fajita Chicken And Rice Dinner Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, agave nectar, kosher salt, dried oregano, chili powder, ground cumin, boneless, skinless chicken thighs, small yellow onion, medium green bell pepper, medium yellow bell pepper, medium red bell pepper, white long grain rice, chicken stock, black pepper, Lime wedge, fresh cilantro

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, Private Selection Italian
4 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons agave nectar
4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons chili powder
3 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 small yellow onion, sliced
1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1 cup white long grain rice, rinsed
1 ½ cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon black pepper
Lime wedge, for garnish
fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish or medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, agave, 1 teaspoon of salt, the oregano, chili powder, and 2 teaspoons of cumin. Add the chicken and toss to coat well. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and place in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook for 3 minutes, or until golden brown, then flip and repeat on the other side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  • Add the onion and bell peppers to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until starting to soften.
  • Add the rice and chicken stock. Season with the remaining teaspoon of cumin, the pepper, and remaining 2 teaspoons of salt. Bring to a boil, then return the chicken thighs to the pot.
  • Cover with a lid and transfer to the oven until the rice is tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Garnish with a squeeze of lime juice and cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 790 calories, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 16 grams

EASY CHEESY FAJITA CHICKEN AND RICE



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I came up with this recipe one night while submerged in the depths of a fajita craving. I serve it over white rice with the cheese blend melted down over top. Sometimes I spice things up with a dollop of sour cream; as it melts down over the hot chicken and rice it makes the juice all creamy and delicious.

Provided by Erin0583

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large vidalia onion
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 (1 1/8 ounce) packet fajita seasoning mix
4 cups white rice, prepared
1 cup Mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • Rough chop onion.
  • Sauté over medium heat until soft and translucent, remove from heat.
  • Cook chicken breast over medium heat until mostly done, remove from heat and allow to cool until it can be comfortably handled.
  • Shred chicken.
  • Add chicken and onion back to pan.
  • Mix seasoning packet in 3/4 to 1 cup of water.
  • Pour over chicken and onion.
  • Simmer over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, until sauce reduces by about 1/3.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or shrimp.
  • If you don't have a fajita seasoning packet, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
  • Add your favorite vegetables to the skillet, such as bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or zucchini.
  • If you like a spicy fajita, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
  • Serve the fajita chicken and rice skillet with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

This fajita chicken and rice skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. The skillet is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this fajita chicken and rice skillet a try.

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