High-Protein Chicken Fajita Rice Bake is a flavorful and healthy meal. It is made with simple, easily available items. It contains chicken, brown rice, different colors of bell pepper, black beans, onions, corn, tomatoes, cheese shreds, olive oil, cilantro, and seasonings. High-Protein Chicken Fajita Rice Bake prepares quickly in less than an hour. It is good to prepare for the busy weeknights. Serve this dish with green salad, cauliflower rice, or Greek yogurt for a filling and delicious meal. It has cheese, so utilize the vegan cheese so it is appropriate for dairy intolerant people. This dish contains 38g of protein in a single serving.
STATS:
- Caloric content: 420 kcal
- Time for prep: 15 minutes
- Serving size: 1 bowl
- Cook time: 40 minutes
- Serving: 6
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Total time: 55 minutes
- Course: Main Course
- Diet: High-Protein
EQUIPMENT:
- Chopping board
- Baking dish
- Vessels
- Knife
- Aluminum foil
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups brown rice (cooked)
- Two big chicken breasts
- One red bell pepper slices
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 green bell pepper slice
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 yellow bell pepper slice
- 1 cup low-fat cheese shreds
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
- Salt and pepper
- One tsp. paprika
- Fresh cilantro
- One tsp. garlic powder
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN:
- Chicken breast is used to add to this bake. It provides the protein with less fat content in the bake. We have to cut the equal cubes so they cook equally.
BROWN RICE:
- It will add the fiber content and carbs to the dish. Utilize the quinoa or white rice instead if required.
BELL PEPPER:
- Use a different color of bell pepper to provide the sweet taste and color in the bake. Bell pepper also adds vitamins and crunchiness to the bake.
BLACK BEANS:
- Black beans provide the protein, and it also enhances the fiber content in the bake. It will also provide a good texture.
LOW-FAT CHEESE:
- Use the low-fat cheese to keep the calories in control and provide the creaminess. We can utilize mozzarella or cheddar cheese, but we should grate it fresh for the best results.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Pre-heat the oven to 190° C.
- Take a dish and add the chicken along with olive oil and seasonings, and mix them well.
- Grab a baking tray and mix the brown rice, beans, tomatoes, vegetable slices, and corn.
- Then include the seasoned chicken over it and mix them lightly.
- Add the aluminum foil to cover the tray & bake for thirty minutes.
- Then remove the foil and garnish the cheese shreds over it and bake for another ten minutes.
- Sprinkle the cilantro and serve warm.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH TOPPINGS:
- Avocado slices
- Sour cream
- Fresh salsa
- Lime wedges
SIDE DISHES:
- Green salad
- Mexican street corn
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic bread
LOW-CARB:
- Cauliflower rice
- Lettuce wraps
- Zucchini noodles
PROTEINS:
- Greek yogurt
- Grilled shrimp
- Boiled eggs
- Cottage cheese
SAUCES & CONDIMENTS:
- Guacamole
- Chipotle sauce
- Hot sauce
- Yogurt dip
TIPS:
- Leave the chicken in the marinade for thirty minutes to make it more flavorful.
- Use the cooked rice for convenience.
- Sprinkle the chili flakes over it to add more spice.
- You can also use the turkey or tofu instead if you want.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the dish to the concealed box & stock for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Make the portions and freeze for two months.
FAQs:
Will I utilize uncooked rice to prepare this bake?
- Yes, we can easily add the uncooked rice, though it requires additional liquid content and a long time for cooking.
Does this dish have a spicy flavor?
- This bake has a mild flavor and alters the seasonings as we like to.
How can I prepare a dairy-free dish?
- You can skip the cheese or use the vegan substitute to prepare the dairy-free bake.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 420 kcal
Serving size: 1 portion
Protein: 38 g
Total carbs: 35 g
Net carbs: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Fat: 12 g
Iron: 2.5 g
Serving: 6
Calcium: 0.2 g
Vitamin A: 0.6 g
Sodium: 0.5 g
Potassium: 0.8 g
