Chicken Fajita Spuds

Gluten Free
Health score
38%
Chicken Fajita Spuds
45 min.
6
578kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a dish that’s not only delicious but also gluten-free? Introducing Chicken Fajita Spuds, a mouthwatering fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your hunger. This recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken breast with creamy, cheesy baked potatoes, creating a hearty meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful main course that serves six people, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. The combination of spices, including ground cumin and crushed oregano, infuses the chicken with a zesty kick, while the melted Mexican-style cheese blend adds a rich, comforting layer to the dish.

What’s more, the baked potatoes serve as the perfect vessel for all these incredible flavors. With a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior, they are stuffed with a creamy mixture that complements the seasoned chicken beautifully. Top it all off with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness.

Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch or a cozy dinner, Chicken Fajita Spuds are sure to impress. So grab your apron and get ready to indulge in this delightful dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  •  chicken breast halves 
  • servings cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • ounces cheese shredded mexican-style divided
  • tablespoons milk 
  • teaspoon oregano dried crushed
  • large potatoes 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cream sour

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients; rub onto all sides of chicken breast halves.
  2. Place chicken in a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish, and let stand 15 minutes.
  3. Bake chicken at 400 for 6 minutes on each side.
  4. Cut into strips.
  5. Cut a 1-inch-wide strip from top of each baked potato. Carefully scoop out pulp, leaving shells intact; set shells aside. Mash pulp; stir in 1 cup cheese blend, 1/2 cup sour cream, butter, and next 3 ingredients. Spoon into shells, and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake potatoes at 350 for 20 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining cheese blend, and top with chicken.
  8. Bake 5 more minutes or until cheese melts.
  9. Serve with sour cream and salsa.
  10. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories578kcal
Protein26.66%
Fat27.14%
Carbs46.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.46
Glycemic Load
47.52
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
33.273913279824%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
2.95mg
Quercetin
2.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:577.88kcal
28.89%
Fat:17.49g
26.91%
Saturated Fat:7.34g
45.87%
Carbohydrates:66.99g
22.33%
Net Carbohydrates:58.62g
21.32%
Sugar:4.22g
4.69%
Cholesterol:106.92mg
35.64%
Sodium:578.85mg
25.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.65g
77.31%
Vitamin B6:1.97mg
98.35%
Vitamin C:74.38mg
90.16%
Vitamin B3:15.79mg
78.93%
Selenium:43µg
61.43%
Potassium:2049.77mg
58.56%
Phosphorus:575.45mg
57.54%
Fiber:8.38g
33.5%
Manganese:0.64mg
32.23%
Magnesium:126.52mg
31.63%
Vitamin B5:2.84mg
28.44%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
25.98%
Calcium:235.29mg
23.53%
Iron:4.02mg
22.32%
Copper:0.45mg
22.27%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.21%
Zinc:2.69mg
17.95%
Folate:67.76µg
16.94%
Vitamin B12:0.96µg
15.96%
Vitamin A:587.42IU
11.75%
Vitamin K:10.82µg
10.31%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.25%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.06%
Source:My Recipes