Chicken Fajita Bowl

Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Chicken Fajita Bowl, a colorful, wholesome meal that brings a Tex-Mex favorite straight to your table. Juicy, marinated chicken strips are seasoned with a zesty blend of smoky paprika, chili powder, and cumin, then paired with tender-crisp bell peppers and sweet red onions, all sautéed to perfection. Served over a bed of fluffy rice and topped with a medley of fresh ingredients like creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of tangy sour cream, this bowl is a true feast for the senses. Ready in under an hour and perfect for busy weeknights, this one-bowl wonder is customizable, comforting, and packed with bold, satisfying flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium red onion
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium lime
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 medium avocado
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and transfer them to a large bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice of one lime, garlic powder, paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the chicken strips, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

While the chicken is marinating, slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the red onion into thin strips.

Step 5

In a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 6

Add the marinated chicken strips to the pan, cooking until fully cooked and slightly browned, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 7

In the same skillet, add the bell peppers and red onion strips. Sauté until they are crisp-tender and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Divide the cooked rice into four bowls.

Step 9

Top each bowl with chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.

Step 10

Garnish with extra lime wedges if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2053.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2504.2

Total Fat 123.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.1g
Cholesterol 494.5mg	0%
Sodium 4492.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 28.2g
Protein 165.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 651.3mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 4036.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 30.8%