Chicken Fajita Grilled Cheese

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Health score
8%
Chicken Fajita Grilled Cheese
40 min.
1
473kcal

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Craving a lunch or dinner that's both comforting and exciting? Look no further! This Chicken Fajita Grilled Cheese is a delicious twist on a classic, taking the familiar comfort of a grilled cheese and kicking it up a notch with the zesty flavors of chicken fajitas. It's unbelievably easy to make, ready in just 40 minutes, and perfectly portioned for one hungry individual. Think gooey, melted cheddar and jack cheese oozing around tender, seasoned chicken fajitas, all lovingly grilled between slices of golden, buttery bread. This isn't just any sandwich; it's a flavor explosion in every bite!

This recipe is a real crowd-pleaser. With nearly 500 calories, this grilled cheese is far from diet food, but it is comfort done right. The recipe lends itself well to adaptation so you can substitute ingredients to meet your dietary needs. You can get creative with the cheese, use different spices, or even add other veggies to the fajitas. The possibilities are endless! For an extra layer of deliciousness, serve it with your favorite dipping sauces. Guacamole, salsa, and sour cream are classic fajita accompaniments that work wonderfully with this cheesy creation. Get ready to elevate your grilled cheese game!

Ingredients

  • slices bread 
  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.5 cup chicken fajitas 
  • slice jack shredded (or)
  • slice cheddar shredded (or)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat a pan over medium heat.Butter one side of each slice of bread, place one slice in the pan with buttered side down, top with half of the cheddar followed by the chicken fajitas, the remaining cheddar and finally the other slice of bread with buttered side up.Grill until golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted, about 2-4 minutes per side.
  2. Serve with guacamole, salsa and sour cream for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories473kcal
Protein11.58%
Fat35.49%
Carbs52.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
210.67
Glycemic Load
41.22
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.928695602262%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:472.96kcal
23.65%
Fat:19.37g
29.8%
Saturated Fat:9.27g
57.93%
Carbohydrates:65g
21.67%
Net Carbohydrates:60.28g
21.92%
Sugar:34.7g
38.56%
Cholesterol:51.44mg
17.15%
Sodium:383.72mg
16.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.23g
28.45%
Manganese:0.74mg
37.19%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
35.05%
Vitamin B3:6.5mg
32.5%
Selenium:20.46µg
29.22%
Vitamin C:23.15mg
28.06%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
28.04%
Potassium:873.55mg
24.96%
Folate:89.46µg
22.36%
Magnesium:76.78mg
19.2%
Fiber:4.72g
18.86%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.09%
Phosphorus:154.7mg
15.47%
Iron:2.64mg
14.69%
Calcium:123.01mg
12.3%
Vitamin A:580.47IU
11.61%
Vitamin B5:1.11mg
11.13%
Copper:0.22mg
11.08%
Zinc:1.2mg
8.01%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.21%
Vitamin K:4.15µg
3.96%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.97%