Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl
Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl combines tender, seasoned chicken and sautéed peppers with fluffy cilantro-lime rice and fresh toppings for a colorful, wholesome meal. Easy to make in 30 minutes, this flavorful bowl is perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep with customizable options and a homemade fajita seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Bowl Meal
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Chicken Fajita Bowl
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 onion, sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ pounds chicken tenderloins
1 batch chicken fajita seasoning (see below)
3 cups cooked white rice (from 1 cup uncooked)
Juice of ½ lime
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
6 cups shredded lettuce
Sour cream, for serving
2 smashed avocados
Chicken Fajita Seasoning
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon table salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
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Cook rice according to package. Fluff, then stir in lime juice and cilantro; set aside.
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Mix fajita seasoning spices in a small bowl.
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Toss chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil and half the seasoning.
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat; sauté peppers and onions with salt until softened and slightly charred, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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Add remaining olive oil to skillet; cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
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Return peppers and onions to skillet; toss with chicken for 1–2 minutes.
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Assemble bowls: divide rice, top with chicken-vegetable mixture, lettuce, smashed avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
Swap white rice for brown or cauliflower rice for a healthier bowl.
Add black beans or corn for more protein and texture.
Substitute chicken with shrimp or steak if preferred.
Add jalapeños or hot sauce for more spice.
Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a tangy alternative.
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