Description
A vibrant and flavorful Chicken Fajita Bowl packed with grilled chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, served over a bed of rice with fresh toppings. A healthy and delicious option perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh salsa
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken strips with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Divide the cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with chicken, sautéed vegetables, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh salsa.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg