Chicken thighs are tender and flavorful, but chicken breast or leftover chicken will work well too.
ThisChicken Fajita Casseroleis filling, satisfying and comes together in a snap.
A squeeze of lime juice balances the spiciness out while corn tortilla strips and melty cheese complete the dish.
Photo: Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman
Top with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro if you like.
Keep reading for our expert tips, including how to cut down on prep time.
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat.
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Set aside 1 teaspoon spice mixture and sprinkle the remaining spices over the vegetables.
Continue cooking and stirring until softened, about 4 minutes more.
Cook, stirring, until the chicken is warmed, about 2 minutes.
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Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon lime juice.
Gently stir in 6 tortillas cut into strips.
Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
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Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cilantro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course.
This fajita casserole would be excellent with steak like a skirt steak, flank steak or rump steak.
Plus, you could never go wrong with extratortilla chipsand lime wedges on the side.
Cooled leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for about 3 days.
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.
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