Best 6 Fajita Chicken Rice Skillet Recipes

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Calling all chicken and rice lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our delightful fajita chicken and rice skillet recipes. These one-pan wonders are not only easy to make but also bursting with bold flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From the zesty kick of fajita seasoning to the fluffy texture of rice, these skillet dishes promise a satisfying and flavorful experience. Whether you're craving a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty dish to impress your family and friends, these recipes have got you covered. So, grab your skillet, gather your ingredients, and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

ONE-PAN CHICKEN FAJITA RICE



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This One-Pan Chicken Fajita Rice is an easy Mexican dinner ready in under 30 minutes. Chicken, rice, cheese, peppers, guacamole, and sour cream make this One-Pan Chicken Fajita Rice a winner!

Provided by Christy Denney

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/2 white onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 red bell pepper, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 green bell pepper, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1 clove minced garlic
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup sour cream
2 cups rotisserie chicken
1 (4.5 ounce) can Old El Paso diced green chiles
juice of one lime (about 1 tablespoon)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
cilantro for garnish ((optional))
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
sour cream, guacamole, diced tomato, cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the onion and bell peppers and cook for a couple of minutes or until they start to get soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minutes.
  • Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the rice to the butter and toast for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken broth, sour cream, chicken, diced chiles, lime juice, seasonings (salt, cumin, chili powder). Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. You can add more broth as needed if the rice is not done yet.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and cover with lid to melt the cheese.
  • Garnish with sour cream, guacamole, diced tomatoes, and cilantro. Serve immediately.

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.

FLAVORFUL CHICKEN FAJITAS



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This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. The fajitas go together in a snap and always get raves! -Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 medium green pepper, julienned
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, taco sauce, salsa, guacamole, sliced red onions and sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice and seasonings; add the chicken. Turn to coat; cover. Refrigerate for 1-4 hours. , In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute peppers and onions in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. In the same skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Return pepper mixture to pan; heat through. , Spoon filling down the center of tortillas; fold in half. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 689mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients in advance: Dicing the chicken, chopping the vegetables, and measuring out the seasonings beforehand will save you time and ensure that everything cooks evenly.
  • Use a large skillet: A 12-inch skillet is ideal for this recipe, as it will provide enough space for all of the ingredients to cook without overcrowding.
  • Cook the chicken in batches: If your skillet is not large enough to cook all of the chicken at once, cook it in batches. This will prevent the chicken from steaming and ensure that it gets evenly browned.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: When adding the vegetables to the skillet, be sure not to overcrowd it. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy. Cook the vegetables in batches if necessary.
  • Season the dish to taste: The amount of salt, pepper, and cumin you add to the dish is up to your personal preference. Taste the dish as you cook it and adjust the seasonings accordingly.
  • Serve immediately: Fajita chicken and rice is best served immediately, while the chicken is still hot and juicy. Serve it with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

This fajita chicken and rice skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. The combination of tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice is irresistible. Plus, it is a one-pot meal, which means less cleanup! So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dinner idea, give this fajita chicken and rice skillet a try.

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