Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls: Your Quick Family Favorite

Enjoy Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls for a quick and customizable family dinner that packs flavor and nutrition.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast or Thighs Thighs add juiciness, breasts offer leaner protein.
2 tablespoons Fajita Seasoning Consider homemade for a personal touch.

For the Veggies

2 cups Bell Peppers Choose colorful varieties for sweetness.
1 cup Onions Red onions lend sweetness, yellow are classic.

For the Rice Base

2 cups White or Brown Rice Fluffy white or fiber-rich brown rice.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Ideal for sautéing.

For Toppings

1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack.
1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Greek yogurt is a healthier substitute.
1 cup Sliced Jalapeños Adjust to your spice tolerance.

Equipment

skillet
Rice cooker or pot

Method

Prep Ingredients

Slice the chicken, bell peppers, and onions to ensure even cooking.

Cook Chicken

Heat olive oil in a skillet, add chicken with fajita seasoning, and sauté until golden brown.

Sauté Veggies

In the same skillet, add more olive oil and cook bell peppers and onions until tender-crisp.

Prepare Rice

Cook rice according to package instructions.

Combine

Add cooked chicken to veggies, fold in rice and mix until heated through.

Serve

Scoop into bowls and let family customize with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Chicken should reach 165°F for safety. Use homemade fajita seasoning for better flavor. Store toppings separately if making ahead.

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