Description
Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and warm spices over a fluffy bed of rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this bowl is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit every palate. Each bite promises an explosion of taste, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by slicing the bell peppers and onion and cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes for white rice, or up to 40 minutes for brown).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet; cook until tender but slightly crunchy (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve by layering rice first in bowls, then topping with the chicken and veggie mixture. Garnish with lime juice or fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg