Sizzling Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls
A delicious and vibrant rice bowl featuring marinated chicken, sautéed peppers, and fluffy rice, topped with fresh avocado and zesty lime.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (2) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- (1) red bell pepper
- (1) green bell pepper
- (1) yellow onion
- (2 tbsp) olive oil
- (2 tsp) chili powder
- (1 tsp) cumin
- (1 tsp) garlic powder
- (1/2 tsp) salt
- (1/4 tsp) black pepper
- (2 cups) cooked rice
- (1) avocado
- (1) lime
- (1/4 cups) chopped cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Slice the (2) boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thin strips.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the chicken strips with (2 tbsp) olive oil, (2 tsp) chili powder, (1 tsp) cumin, (1 tsp) garlic powder, (1/2 tsp) salt, and (1/4 tsp) black pepper. Mix well and let marinate for 20 minutes.
- 3
While the chicken is marinating, slice the (1) red bell pepper, (1) green bell pepper, and (1) yellow onion into thin strips.
- 4
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and browned.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the skillet and add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they are tender yet still crisp.
- 6
In serving bowls, layer (1 cup) cooked rice, followed by the chicken and veggies mixture. Top each bowl with slices of (1) avocado and sprinkle with (1/4 cup) chopped cilantro.
- 7
Squeeze fresh juice from (1) lime over each bowl before serving.
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