Description
Chicken Fajita Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the spirit of a fiesta right to your dinner table. With tender marinated chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty lime, these bowls are not only visually appealing but also packed with deliciousness. Perfect for any occasion—be it Taco Tuesday or a family game night—these customizable bowls will satisfy everyone’s cravings and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow)
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack) – Optional
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into thin strips.
- Chop bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix sliced chicken with olive oil, fajita seasoning, and lime juice; marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add chopped bell peppers and onion; stir-fry for an additional 3-5 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Serve over a base of rice or quinoa in bowls; top with sour cream, salsa, and optional cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg