Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls
A hearty and vibrant Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or leisurely weekends, offering all the flavor of traditional fajitas in a nourishing bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Can be made Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced chicken to the pan, stirring occasionally, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the chicken is golden, toss in the sliced bell pepper and onion and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until tender.
- Sprinkle the fajita seasoning over the chicken and veggies, stirring for an additional 2 minutes.
- Spoon the chicken-vegetable mixture over a generous serving of cooked rice.
- Add fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side for garnish.
Notes
For added customization, top with avocado, salsa, or cheese. Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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