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Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls

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Wholesome and customizable Chicken Fajita Rice Bowls featuring marinated chicken, colorful veggies, and flavorful cilantro-lime rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thin strips
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5–1 tsp salt, to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin (optional)
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice or basmati rice
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 large avocado, sliced or cubed
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Pickled jalapeños or fresh sliced jalapeños (optional)
  • Hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by combining olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in a bowl.
  2. Marinate the chicken by tossing the sliced chicken in the marinade and refrigerating for at least 20–30 minutes.
  3. Cook the rice by rinsing it, boiling broth/water, adding rice, butter, and salt, and simmering until tender.
  4. Cook the fajita vegetables by sautéing bell peppers and onion with olive oil, salt, and spices until tender-crisp.
  5. Cook the marinated chicken in the same skillet until thoroughly cooked and lightly charred.
  6. Warm the black beans and corn in separate small pans until heated through.
  7. Prepare toppings like sliced avocado, sour cream, and salsa for assembly.
  8. Assemble the bowls with rice, chicken, veggies, beans, corn, cheese, and desired toppings.
  9. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or a plant-based protein, and customize toppings as desired.

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