Shrimp Fajita Rice Casserole

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Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
30 mins

Total Time:
50 mins

Servings:
6

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  • cooking spray

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips

  • 1 poblano pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips

  • 1 small onion, sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 pound frozen peeled cooked large shrimp, tails removed, thawed (31 to 35 per pound) 

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) cans fire roasted diced tomatoes

  • 1 1/2 cups cooked long grain white rice

  • sliced avocado

  • sour cream, as needed

  • chopped fresh cilantro

  • lime wedges

Directions

  • Gather all ingredients.

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  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Coat a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.


  • Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add peppers and onion. Cook and stir until softened, 6 minutes. 

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  • Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano. Cook and stir until fragrant, 1 minute.

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  • Stir together pepper mixture, shrimp, undrained tomatoes, and rice in a large bowl. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Cover tightly with foil.

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  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 20 minutes.

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  • Top servings with avocado, sour cream, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    328
    Calories

    16g
    Fat

    27g
    Carbs

    21g
    Protein

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    Nutrition Facts

    Servings Per Recipe
    6

    Calories
    328

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat
    16g

    21%

    Saturated Fat
    3g

    16%

    Cholesterol
    167mg

    56%

    Sodium
    982mg

    43%

    Total Carbohydrate
    27g

    10%

    Dietary Fiber
    7g

    27%

    Total Sugars
    5g

    Protein
    21g

    43%

    Vitamin C
    66mg

    73%

    Calcium
    139mg

    11%

    Iron
    2mg

    11%

    Potassium
    731mg

    16%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

    (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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