Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls
Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls are a colorful and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of a fiesta to your table. With tender chicken, sautéed bell peppers, and zesty spices served over fluffy rice, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite toppings, these bowls will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- ½ cup sour cream (for topping)
- 1 cup chunky salsa (for topping)
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and thinly slice the bell peppers and onion.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown.
- Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet; sauté for about five minutes until softened.
- Season with garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat evenly.
- While the chicken and veggies cook, prepare rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble your bowls by layering rice at the bottom, followed by the chicken fajita mixture. Top with sour cream and salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 565
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap chicken for steak or tofu for added variety. Experiment with spices like smoked paprika for extra depth. For toppings, consider adding avocado or fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor.