Chicken Fajita Bowl
Our Chicken Fajita Bowls are quick, easy and flavorful! Seasoned chicken, veggies, rice & your favorite toppings, ready for lunch or dinner in 30 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 544kcal
Ingredients
Fajita Chicken & Vegetables
- 2 large boneless chicken breasts sliced
- 2 red or yellow bell peppers sliced
- 1 large onion sliced in wedges and separated
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 3 Tablespoons fajita seasoning divided
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Bowl Ingredients
- 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 ½ cups cooked cilantro lime rice (jasmine or Spanish rice can be used)
- 1 cup tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1-2 avocados sliced
- 1 cup cheddar or cojita cheese shredded
- Garnish: sliced jalapenos, lime wedges, tortilla chips
Mexican Salad Dressing (optional)
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Fajita chicken & vegetables
- Heat olive oil in skillet. Toss chicken with 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning. Add to skillet over medium high heat. Cook until thoroughly done, about 9-10 minutes. Add minced garlic in the last minute of cooking. Remove to a bowl. Cover to keep warm.
- Toss sliced peppers and onions with remaining 1 tablespoon fajita seasoning. Add to the skillet and cook until peppers are soft, about 8 minutes. You want the veggies soft, fragrant and charred. Remove from heat.
To make dressing (optional):
- Whisk all ingredients together in a medium bowl.
To make bowls:
- Chop the lettuce and place in the bottom of the bowls. Place a scoop of cilantro lime rice in center. Add some chicken, peppers and onions, black beans, chopped tomatoes, cheese, and sliced avocado.
- Pour a little salad dressing over all, if using. Garnish with sliced jalapenos, lime wedges and whole or crumbled tortilla chips.
Notes
Grilling Option: Toss whole chicken breasts with oil, fajita seasoning, minced garlic and 2 tablespoons lime juice. They turn out best if allowed to marinate for at least 3-4 hours. Grill over a preheated grill set to medium heat, with grill cover closed, until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Slice and serve as directed above.
NOTE: Total calories for 1 serving does not include optional salad dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 544kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 548mg | Potassium: 858mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4802IU | Vitamin C: 92mg | Calcium: 256mg | Iron: 3mg
