Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls
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Enjoy flavorful Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls packed with vibrant veggies and zesty chicken. Perfect for meal prep—give this recipe a try today!
- Author: Saylor
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing vegetables
- 1 large onion, sliced thinly
- 3 bell peppers, assorted colors, sliced thinly
- 1.5 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt (if using water)
- Optional toppings: sour cream or Greek yogurt, guacamole or sliced avocado, salsa, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, pickled jalapeños
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken strips with olive oil, lime juice, fajita seasoning, and spices. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the rice: Prepare rice according to package instructions using chicken broth for added flavor.
- Sauté the veggies: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add sliced onions and bell peppers until tender.
- Cook the chicken: Push veggies aside; add marinated chicken strips and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Assemble your bowls: Layer rice, sautéed veggies, and chicken in bowls, adding any desired toppings like sour cream or cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 420g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg