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Chicken Fajita Bowl


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A vibrant Chicken Fajita Bowl filled with colorful veggies and tender chicken, delivering delightful flavors for quick weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
  • 2 cups brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken strips with lime juice and fajita seasoning for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Chop bell peppers and onion.
  3. Sauté bell peppers and onion in a skillet over medium-high heat until charred and soft.
  4. Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until done, ensuring everything mingles in the pan.
  5. Serve over a base of brown rice or quinoa and top with optional avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

Adjust the seasoning to your taste, adding heat with chili powder or jalapeños if desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing and Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg