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Chicken Fajita Bowl

Chicken Fajita Bowl

This Chicken Fajita Bowl is a healthy and flavorful meal with seasoned chicken, peppers, rice, and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 red onion sliced
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or fajita sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, season the chicken strips with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well until evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Cook until tender but still slightly crisp.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and mix with the vegetables so the flavors combine.
  6. Add cooked rice to serving bowls as the base.
  7. Top with the chicken and fajita vegetables.
  8. Add avocado slices, sour cream or sauce, and fresh cilantro.
  9. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the bowl before eating.

Notes

  • Slice chicken and vegetables evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Use high heat to get a slightly charred fajita-style flavor.
  • Do not overcook the peppers to keep their texture and color.
  • Fresh lime juice adds brightness and enhances all the flavors.
  • Use freshly cooked rice for the best texture, but leftover rice works too.
  • Let the chicken rest briefly before serving to keep it juicy.
  • Adjust seasoning depending on your spice preference.