Description
These Easy Summer Chicken Fajita Bowls are packed with juicy seasoned chicken, colorful bell peppers, fluffy rice, creamy avocado, and fresh toppings for the ultimate healthy summer meal. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners, meal prep lunches, or family-friendly meals, these flavorful fajita bowls are easy to customize and ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Fajita Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Bowls
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Optional Toppings
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Jalapeños
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Season the chicken: In a bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and olive oil, then toss to coat evenly.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté onions and bell peppers for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Prepare the rice: Cook rice according to package instructions if needed, then fluff with a fork.
- Assemble bowls: Divide rice into serving bowls and top with chicken, sautéed peppers, onions, tomatoes, and avocado.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and squeeze lime juice over each bowl.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Slice chicken thinly for quick, even cooking and better seasoning absorption.
- Cook vegetables until tender-crisp to keep texture and freshness.
- Add lime juice just before serving for a bright, fresh flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 520 calories
