Description
Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines tender chicken with colorful bell peppers and zesty spices over a fluffy bed of rice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this bowl brings a fiesta to your table in just one meal. With endless customization options, you can easily tailor it to your preferences, making it a versatile favorite for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces and chopping the bell peppers and onion.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken with salt and pepper; sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add diced onion and bell peppers; cook until softened (4-5 minutes).
- Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, and minced garlic; stir well and cook for another minute.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls with rice topped with the chicken-fajita mixture; drizzle lime juice and soy sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 69g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken with spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different twist. Top with avocado slices or your favorite cheese for extra richness.