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CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE FAJITA BOWL

You’ve been on the hunt for the ultimate Chicken and Vegetable Fajita Bowl, haven’t you? You’re in luck! We’ve got a killer recipe that’s both delicious and healthy. Imagine succulent chicken combined with colorful veggies, all in one bowl. Dive in to discover the flavors you’ve been missing!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts
CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE FAJITA BOWL
Amount per Serving
Calories
550
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
20
g
31
%
Carbohydrates
 
60
g
20
%
Fiber
 
8
g
33
%
Sugar
 
5
g
6
%
Protein
 
40
g
80
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

  • Chicken breasts: 2 500g
  • Bell peppers red, green, and yellow: 1 each (about 200g each)
  • Onion: 1 medium about 150g
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp 30 ml
  • Fajita seasoning: 2 tbsp 30 ml
  • Lime: 1 squeezed for juice
  • Cilantro coriander: a handful, chopped
  • Cooked brown rice: 2 cups 480 ml
  • Avocado: 1 sliced
  • Black beans: 1 can 15 oz or 425g, drained and rinsed
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Start by thinly slicing your chicken breasts.
  • In a large bowl, mix chicken slices with 1 tbsp of fajita seasoning, ensuring they are well coated.
  • Slice bell peppers and onions into thin strips.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until it’s golden brown and no longer pink inside, approximately 7-8 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  • Add another tbsp of olive oil to the skillet.
  • Toss in the sliced bell peppers and onions.
  • Season the vegetables with the remaining tbsp of fajita seasoning.
  • Sauté the veggies until they are tender and have a slight char, roughly 7 minutes.
  • As veggies cook, prepare your brown rice according to its package instructions.
  • Mix cooked rice with lime juice and chopped cilantro.
  • In serving bowls, layer the cilantro-lime rice, cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, black beans, and sliced avocado.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and additional lime juice if desired.

Notes

TIPS:
1. For extra kick, add a dash of chili flakes to the fajita seasoning.
2. Use whole grain rice for added fiber.
3. Don’t overcook the veggies; retaining a slight crunch makes the Chicken and Vegetable Fajita Bowl more enjoyable.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
Pair the Chicken and Vegetable Fajita Bowl with a fresh green salad.
Drizzle with a yogurt-based dressing or salsa for added zing.
Serve with a slice of lime on the side for those who love an extra citrusy touch.