Description
Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the tastes of Mexican cuisine to your home. This easy-to-make recipe features tender, marinated chicken paired with sautéed bell peppers and onions, served over a bed of fluffy rice. Finished with zesty lime juice and topped with fresh garnishes, this bowl is both satisfying and customizable to accommodate various dietary preferences. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep option, the Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl delivers deliciousness in just 30 minutes. Enjoy the smoky spices and fresh ingredients that create a delightful culinary experience for you and your family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice (brown or jasmine)
- Optional toppings: avocado, salsa, cheese, cilantro
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add cubed chicken to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Sauté sliced bell peppers and onions in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
- Cook the marinated chicken in the same skillet for approximately 6-8 minutes until fully cooked through.
- Return the sautéed vegetables to the skillet and combine everything for another minute.
- Serve over rice and top with desired garnishes like avocado or salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg