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Easy Chicken Fajita Bowls

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A quick and flavorful meal featuring marinated chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, served over rice with fresh toppings.

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 2 large chicken breasts (pounded to ½ inch thick)
  • ¼ cup olive oil (plus more for cooking)
  • 1 each lime (juice of 1 lime)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ¾ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 3 cups cooked long grain rice
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (plus more to taste)
  • 1 each freshly squeezed lime
  • Salt to taste Salt

Fajita Veggies

  • 2 large bell peppers (sliced (red, yellow, green))
  • 1 large yellow onion (sliced)

Toppings

  • Guacamole Guacamole
  • Pico de gallo Pico de gallo or diced tomatoes
  • Corn kernels Corn kernels (fresh or canned)
  • Canned black beans Canned black beans (drained)
  • Shredded Monterey Jack cheese Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Shredded romaine lettuce Shredded romaine lettuce

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken: Combine marinade ingredients, coat chicken, and refrigerate 2-3 hours.
  • Prepare rice: Mix cooked rice with lime juice and salt, keep warm.
  • Cook chicken: Sauté marinated chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through, then rest and slice.
  • Cook veggies: Sauté sliced peppers and onions until charred and tender, season with salt and pepper.
  • Assemble bowls: Layer rice, chicken, veggies, and toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings and spice levels to your preference.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken